Ruff Rider Regatta

For more than three decades South Padre Island's Ruff Rider Regatta has been bringing exciting, competitive boating to the south, and this year looks to be no exception in excellence. Up to 70 vessels will be allowed in the competition, with the scoring based on the US Sailing Portsmouth Numbers. This September escape to South Padre Island for one last glimpse of the summer sun and sailing excitement with the Ruff Rider Regatta.