The regatta will be governed by the racing rules of sailing. The first, parts 17, contains rules that affect all competitors. Racing is governed according to the rules as defined in the rrs see definition rule. Microsoft word 14409 racing rules of sailing rule 87 change of class rule in nor. Paul elvstrom explains racing rules of sailing, 202016. Sportsmanship and the rules competitors in the sport of sailing are governed by a body of rules that they are expected to follow and enforce. For a plain language discussion of the rules, look into purchasing dave perrys book entitled understanding the racing rules of sailing at the same site.
Apr 01, 1997 understanding the racing rules of sailing through 2012 book. This article first appeared in the novemberdecember 20 issue of sailing world, and is part of a series. Racing rules of sailing for 202016, with all wording that is new in 20 shown in green. A basic understanding of just a few important rules will help ensure that everyone has fun and gets home safe. The rrs for 202124, which take effect on 1 january 2021, will be posted here soon after 30 june 2020. World sailing news is the weekly online newsletter of the world sailing. The author is the leading us authority and one of the worlds foremost experts. They apply to boats on opposite tacks only when rule 18 applies between them or when both boats are sailing more than ninety degrees from the. Racing rules in brief 202016 for casual racers, please be advised that the rules published by us sailing govern all sailboat racing, from championship events to wednesday night beer cans. The second, the appendices, provides details of rules, rules that apply to particular kinds of racing, and rules that affect only a small number of competitors or. Mar 09, 20 the cya racing rules of sailing 202016 are the isaf rules including exceptions to rules specific to canadian racers. A new revision is published every four years after the olympic games by world sailing, the sports world. These changes in wording were made, usually by the world sailing racing rules working party, for clarity, for ease of translation, or to make the new rule consistent with other rules in the rulebook.
The rules that are contained within the rrs book are. Rule 41 regarding outside assistance has been amended in the 202016 rules so that outside help can now be obtained if a crew member or crew members are ill or in danger or if the vessel requires assistance after a collision. The racing rules of sailing 202016 available in the fvq bookstore the official isaf racing rules of sailing. Understanding the racing rules of sailing through 2012 book. The 5 by 7 inch format slips easily into large pockets. Many cases have been rewritten, some only slightly but others extensively, to illustrate as clearly as possible the application of the 20 2016 racing rules. The organising authority oa is the indonesia sailing federation under the authorisation and delegation of the asian sailing federation asaf with the support of world sailing. The question and answer panel is set up to to provide a service to race officials, member national authorities and isafclass associations whereby they may submit questions through isaf concerning the racing rules of sailing rrs.
The second, appendices ap, provides details of rules, rules that apply to particular kinds of racing, and rules that affect only a small number of competitors or officials. This edition becomes effective on 1 january 20 except that for an event beginning in 2012 the date may be postponed by the notice of race and sailing instructions. A boat finishes when any part of her a boat finishes when any part of her hull or hull, or crew, or equipment crosses the crew or equipment in normal position crosses. The following is a list of the significant changes in the 20172020 edition of the racing. Starboard tack when boats approach each other on opposite tacks, the boat on port tack shall keep clear of the boat on starboard tack racing rule 10. Amendments to the previous version of the rules are available on the sail canada website. The racing rules of sailing for 20 2016 including only. The racing rules of sailing 20 2016 available in the fvq bookstore. Includes diagrams, questions, and wellwritten discussion. The racing rules of sailing often abbreviated to rrs govern the conduct of yacht racing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, model boat racing, dinghy racing and virtually any other form of racing around a course with more than one vessel while powered by the wind. The study version of the racing rules of sailing for 202016. The rules and rya prescriptions racing rules of sailing.
Sailing instructions sis racing rules of sailing the race officials bible is the rule book the racing rules of sailing. Many cases have been rewritten, some only slightly but others extensively, to illustrate as clearly as possible the application of the 202016 racing rules. Trying to squeeze inside a rightofway boat thats botched their mark rounding can be tricky. The racing rules are revised every 4 years and sanctioned by the international sailing federation isaf and sail canada current rules. See website or contact race directorsailing committee. Racing rules working party, for clarity, for ease of translation, or to make the new rule consistent with other rules in the rulebook. Paul elvstrom explains racing rules of sailing, 20 2016 edition paul elvstrom explains the racing rules of sailing krause, soren on. Jul 29, 2009 33 videos play all sailing lessons ben bright rig tuning presentation with michael mcnamara at rya suzuki dinghy show 2016 duration. This is the definitive book, particularly in the us, for understanding the racing rules of sailing much better than attempting to merely read the rule book. The racing rules of sailing for 20172020 became effective on january 1, 2017. Racing rules of sailing 202016 shanklin sailing club. Below are some of the rules of racing as updated this year. The complete rules can be downloaded from part 1 fundamental rules 1 safety 1.
Paul elvstrom explains the racing rules of sailing. We are duty bound to know the rules and so be very familiar with the rule book. Cases are numbered sequentially beginning with 1, but there are gaps in the number sequence as a result of past. Racing rules in brief 20 2016 for casual racers, please be advised that the rules published by us sailing govern all sailboat racing, from championship events to wednesday night beer cans. The document study version of the racing rules for 202016 begins with the racing rules of sailing for 202016, with all wording that is. It is revised and published every four years by world sailing. Understanding the racing rules of sailing through 2020. Understanding the racing rules of sailing, by dave perry includes the rule book and appeals quotes dave perrys 100 best racing rules quizzes dave dellenbaughs learn the racing rules a dvd also available from. This document is a study version of the racing rules for. On opposite tacks when boats are on opposite tacks, a porttack boat shall keep clear of a starboardtack boat. The new twist on markroom in the 20 racing rules of sailing. Us sailings sailors guide to the racing rules a simple, colorful explanation. Rule 41 regarding outside assistance has been amended in the 20 2016 rules so that outside help can now be obtained if a crew member or crew members are ill or in danger or if the vessel requires assistance after a collision. Portsmouth yardstick py national handicap for cruisers.
Written by a sailor for sailors, it promotes a greater understanding of the rules so that everyone can interpret them correctly. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. The racing rules are revised every 4 years and sanctioned by the international sailing federation isaf and sail canada. Definitions a term used as stated below is shown in italic type or, in preambles, in bold italic type. Here is a chapter on the history of the rules, which bob delegated to mark rushall to write for the book. The racing rules of sailing rrs are revised and published every four years by world sailing, the international authority for the sport. The unofficial site for the 2017 2020 racing rules of sailing which links definitions, cases, calls, and provides tools for sailors and race officials for a. It features the latest news and events from the sailing world together with features and info in an easytouse format.
This video teaches you how starboard roundings will be much more difficult under this rule. The racing rules of sailing includes two main sections. This handysized book with its signature plastic protest boats has been the most trusted reference for racing sailors at all levels for over 40 years. The racing rules of sailing rrs governs the sport of sailboat and sailboard racing.
The second, the appendices, provides details of rules, rules that apply to particular kinds of racing, and rules that affect only a small number of competitors or officials. The answers are prepared by experienced race officials and are intended to provide a service to race officials, member national authorities and isaf class associations whereby they may submit questions through isaf concerning the racing rules of sailing rrs. In this case it should also be clear who should decide. The rya makes prescriptions to the rrs and publishes the rrs together with the prescriptions and other addenda in the rya booklet yr1. This study version of the racing rules for 20172020. The racing rules of sailing become effective in australia on january 1, 20 and replace all previous editions of the racing rules of sailing of the isaf or yachting australia and shall apply when so stated in the sailing instructions to events commencing after that date.
World sailing world sailing world sailing 20 2016 international sailing federation case book interpretations of. The document study version of the racing rules for 20 2016 begins with the racing rules of sailing for 20 2016, with all wording that is new in 20 shown in green. When lifelines are required by the class rules or the sailing. The cya racing rules of sailing 202016 are the isaf rules including exceptions to rules specific to canadian racers. Introduction changes made to these rules after 1 january 20. Mar 22, 20 the new twist on markroom in the 20 racing rules of sailing. References made to the blue book refer to the publication called the racing rules of sailing 202016 yachting australia containing rules and regulations under which most sailing races are conducted in australia. This document is a study version of the racing rules for 20. Understanding the racing rules of sailing through 2012 by. The porttack boat keeps clear, if the starboardtack boat does not have to change course to avoid a collision 2. Amendments to the previous version of the rules are available on the sail canada.
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