Bright Yacht CupUpwind Downwind

Take the Helm Right Now

The board game Bright Yacht Cup Upwind Downwind was created by sailing fans and is based on the rules and concepts of real sailing races. It conveys emotions, excitement, competition strategy, teaches understanding of yacht races, cause-and-effect relationships, spatial thinking, interaction.

1-4 players

15+min

Age 14+

From amateur to advance

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Original Design

Each of our components is carefully thought out, combining simple forms, bright colors and marine style.

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Created by Sailing Fans

We created this board game to show how beautiful and exciting sailing is and and how interesting it is to play sailing races

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Rules Easy Game Pithy 

Enjoy sail racing with simply rules which combining with real sailing race instructions but can be learned in five minutes

Glossary of Sailing Terms

Regatta: A series of boat races. Upwind: Sailing towards the direction from which the wind is blowing. Downwind: Sailing in the same direction that the wind is blowing.Tacking: a maneuver used in sailing to change the direction of a sailboat when sailing upwind or at an angle to the wind.Port: The left side of the boat when facing forward. Starboard: The right side of the boat when facing forward. Mark: A buoy or other object that sailors must navigate around during a race. 


KEY FEATURES
Strategic movement across a playing field of numbered cellsUnique player boards and token movement for planning your courseChance cards that can change the tide of the raceMultiple race regattas for extended play
RACING INSTRUCTIONStart from your position, sail around the chosen mark, and cross the finish line. Move around the field in a zigzag pattern according to the token value and the rules.Adjust movement based on obstacles and boundaries.Play a chance card after movement, or allow opponents to play one against you.Plan your moves carefully, but be ready for unexpected challenges.
SOLO GAMECompete for the least moves, following the same rules.
PERFECT FORSailing enthusiastsStrategy game loversFamily game nightsAnyone looking for a new twist on race games

"I liked the game. An interesting solution with player board and token movement. The rules are clear. Very dynamic, adventurous. Thank you for inviting me to the test."

Andrew Tkach

""I was "hooked" by the game. I said, let's have one more race, one more race... Nice game. Thank you.

Roma Markin

"It's like playing chess and poker at the same time. Only on water field. Very dynamic. It's also a good exercise for your brain. Thanks guys."

Ruslan Mudryy

"It was very exciting. There were two players. All your attention is in the game. We did not notice how time flew by. As if I was really at a regatta. I am grateful to you.."

Ivan Stadnyk

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Bright Yacht Cup V1.0 Upwind Downwind

english edition

55 Euros



bright yacht cup

Bright Yacht Cup V1.0 Upwind Downwind

deluxe edition

99 Euros 



Spiel Essen 2024 reviews of the board game Bright Yacht Cup

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"Very interesting game. It looks very much like a real regatta."

A group of friends

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"I like your game very much because the rules are easy but it's not easy to win. Very playable"

German student

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"Nice game. Nice. We like it"

A group of friends

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"We like the game. It is cool. And good as family board game."

German family

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"Interesting to play. We like the game. Good for a family evening" 

Mother with children