YachtMeshNet.com

Stay in touch with neighboring yachts.

YachtMeshNet is a concept for local messaging between participating crews. Connect directly when yachts are within radio range, or reach farther through a participating neighbor.

See how messages travel

One yacht can relay to the next.

Each participating yacht has a compatible mesh radio. When the destination is beyond direct range, an in-range neighbor can relay the message. Every hop needs a working radio link.

A direct radio link connects Yacht A and Yacht B Yacht AYacht B
Direct link Two participating yachts within radio range can message each other.
Four sailboats moored in a sheltered anchorage Radio links between four participating sailboats form two routes across the anchorage
Anchorage mesh Each line represents a direct radio link. Participating yachts can relay messages along another route when a link drops and a working path remains. Stock mesh illustration from Magnific.

What crews can share

At anchor

Coordinate dinghy pickups and share plans with nearby crews.

In a marina

Check arrival times and arrange dockside meetups with participating neighbors.

Underway together

Share routine check-ins and changes to rendezvous plans while a mesh route is available.

Local messaging can work without internet access while a radio route is available. Use established marine distress and safety communications for emergencies.