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Windie Timer Pro: the sailing race countdown timer
A waterproof sailing watch that counts down the 5-4-1-0 start sequence, beeps you onto the line and switches to a stopwatch the moment the gun goes.
In short: The Windie Timer Pro (now sold as the Windie Sailing Timer) is a waterproof sailing race countdown timer. It runs the 5-4-1-0 start sequence plus 3 and 1 minute starts, syncs to the committee boat in one press, beeps at 3, 2 and 1 seconds, counts up after the start and is water resistant to 50 m. It has a two year global warranty and is sold at windie.pro.
On the start line
Built for the start line
- 5-4-1-0 countdownThe standard sailing start sequence, plus 3 minute and 1 minute starts.
- One press syncLost a few seconds? Sync on the next signal and you are back on time.
- Beeps you can hearShort beeps at 3, 2 and 1, then a long beep on the start.
- Count up after the gunTime each leg and the whole race without touching a button.
- Waterproof to 50 mSwims, capsizes and spray are not a problem.
- Big buttons, clear screenEasy to press with gloves and easy to read through polarised lenses.
How to use a sailing countdown timer at the start
Most dinghy and keelboat races use a five minute sequence. The committee boat makes a sound and raises the class flag at five minutes, the preparatory flag at four minutes, lowers the preparatory flag at one minute, and starts the race at zero. Visual signals are what count under the rules. Sounds only draw your attention.
- Before the warning signal, set the timer to the 5 minute sequence and hold your thumb on the start button.
- At the warning signal (5 minutes), press start as the flag goes up.
- At 4 minutes, check your timer against the preparatory flag. If you are off, press sync to bring the countdown back in step.
- At 1 minute, check again and sync if needed. Now start your final approach.
- In the last seconds, listen for the 3, 2, 1 beeps and keep your eyes on the line.
- After the start, the timer counts up so you can time the first beat and compare with the fleet.
For the full list of flags, sounds and what they mean, see the start sequence guides on windie.pro, such as understanding sailing race sequences.
Specifications
| Start sequences | 5-4-1-0, 3 minute and 1 minute countdowns |
|---|---|
| Functions | Countdown, sync to nearest minute, count up stopwatch, repeat |
| Alerts | Beeps at 3, 2 and 1 seconds, long beep at the start |
| Water resistance | 50 metres (5 ATM) |
| Case | 65 mm ABS, shock resistant |
| Colours | White, light blue, hot pink, yellow, orange, vibrant green, plus limited print editions |
| Straps | Swap colours with the Windie 3 strap set |
| Warranty | Two year global warranty |
Who it is for
Racing sailors who want to hit the line at full speed on the gun. Coaches running practice starts with short 1 and 3 minute sequences. Race officers who need a second, independent clock next to the committee boat's main timer. The same watch also works as a simple waterproof stopwatch for rowing, paddling and swim training.
More on race timing
Read how the timer fits into a full race day in the Windie Timer Pro in sailing and outdoor sports, and see what else to pack in our sail racing equipment list.