Mastering the Weather: National tv broadcast weather host Jacob Mouritzen Joins Vegvisir Race 2025

At Vegvisir Race Nyborg, it's not just about racing – it's about learning, developing, and becoming sharper both at sea and on land. That’s why we’re proud to introduce a brand-new event in our “Sailing & Socializing” concept:

🎙️ On Wednesday, September 3 at 18:30, we invite all skippers, co-skippers, sailing and weather enthusiasts to a special weather talk with Danish TV meteorologist and experienced sailor Jacob Mouritzen.

Talk Title:

Professional Weather Forecasting – Upgrade Your Skills with Advanced Tools

In this engaging and highly relevant session, Jacob will guide you through:

• How reliable is the forecast really?

• Which weather model should you trust – and when?

• What tools do professional meteorologists use that sailors rarely know about?

  
  

He’ll introduce ensemble forecasting, a method used to assess uncertainty and add vital insight to your route planning. You’ll also learn the differences between key models featured in popular apps like Windy and PredictWind – and how to use them more strategically.

But this is not just a theoretical exercise. At Vegvisir Race Nyborg, weather knowledge is a tactical advantage.

Nail the Transitions – and Your Position

The Vegvisir Race courses are designed to challenge your endurance, seamanship, and decision-making. The combination of inshore navigation and offshore legs means conditions can shift rapidly – and so must your tactics.

In many cases, the difference between a smart transition and a costly delay comes down to your understanding of the weather:

• When will the wind shift?

• How fast will the new breeze fill in?

• Where is the next calm zone or pressure line?

Knowing the answers – or having a model-based strategy – can position you on the right side of a developing weather scenario. And that can make all the difference.

“Too many sailors rely blindly on the default model in their app – but they don’t know what they’re missing. I’ll show you where to find the free, professional-grade tools that can help you make safer and smarter decisions,” says Jacob Mouritzen.

Who can join?

This evening talk is open to everyone – Vegvisir Race participants, locals, and all sailing enthusiasts who want to sharpen their weather sense and tactical edge.

🎁 Participants will receive a downloadable reference sheet with links to powerful (and free) forecasting tools.

When & Where:

📍 Nyborg Harbour – Vegvisir Race area Heimdals Plads, Wednesday, September 3rd.

• From 18:30: Join us for a casual get-together dinner – a traditional sailor’s meal, beer, wine and water is sold by Nyborg Sailing Club.

• Dinner tickets must be bought online in advance:  👉 Buy your ticket at vegvisirrace.com/shop »

• From 20.00: Talk by Jacob Mouritzen. The entry is Free – no registration required🗣️

Talk is in English

This is more than a weather briefing – it’s a rare opportunity to learn from one of Denmark’s trusted weather experts. And it’s another reason why Vegvisir Race is more than a race – it’s a learning journey.