Also, in the right margin are comments that show the basis for each rule that has different wording in the 20172020 rrs from its wording in the 202016 rrs. Understanding the racing rules of sailing through 2020. Dave perrys understanding the racing rules of sailing through 2016. While the rules of sailing are not as numerous as those of other sports, there are still fundamental laws in the sport that need to be followed during a race or regatta. The case book complements the racing rules of sailing, providing details on the. Includes the complete text of the 202016 international sailing federation isaf racing rules of sailing and us sailing prescriptions. The meanings of the visual and sound signals stated in race signals shall not be changed except under rule 86.
Sailing on the seas or racing on water can be thrilling. Us sailing proposals for the next rule book scuttlebutt. The blue book, containing the racing rules of sailing, is produced by australian sailing every four years. Sailing can provide adventure, relaxation, recreation, and just good old fun. In the photo below, cl1050 was just ahead of cl2679 when 1050 reached the zone.
Competitors in the sport of sailing are governed by a body of rules that they are expected to follow and enforce. Here is a chapter on the history of the rules, which bob delegated to mark rushall to write for the book. Bruce banks and dick kenny in their book looking at sails reference 1 state that it is essential to anyone interested in sails, and indeed sailing, that the fundamental principles are thoroughly understood. To enjoy yourself on a sailboat, you need to know the basic sailing maneuvers, sail positions, and rules of the waterway for when you encounter other vessels. Home about contact my books are a5 size, all pages are laminated and they are spiralbound. They then follow with several pages of sail theory and repeat basic ideas that have appeared in the sailing literature for many years. Explains all the rules that apply at marks and obstructions. The purpose of the racing rules of sailing is to keep sailors and boats safe and to provide fair competition the rules are governed by two basic principles. Parts of the boat parts of the hull bow pointy bit at the front the boat stern blunt bit at the back cabin lump in the middle you sleep in keel big heavy finthing on the bottom of the boat that keeps it from flipping over rudder a movable fin at the back that steers the boat, connected to a wheel or tiller for steering sails, stays and spars. The 2017 2020 racing rules of sailing rrs of world sailing, and the prescriptions of. If two boats are subject to this rule at the same time, the one on. Misconduct guidance is now available on world sailing s website.
Grab the appropriate sail, check the number and put your sailing card up on the board. However, it doesnt apply in every situation at every mark, and when it does apply, others rules. The following instructions will get you safely out and back in, with only a few basic maneu vers in between. Previoulsy, you made an entry of a day of sailing in a specific month and identified which vessel you were on and if you were the skipper or a crew member. The nauticed logbook has been greatly enhanced to add specific information about each logbook entry. Lifesaving equipment according to the international sailing federation isaf, all boats are required to carry lifesaving equipment. This situation typically occurs as it does here at the end of a buoys to port beat which is followed by a run. At position 1, larry has right of way over wendy rule 12, is entitled to markroom from wendy rule 18.
Rule 20 application rule 21 definitions rule 22 visibility of lights rule 23 powerdriven vessels underway rule 24 towing and pushing rule 25 sailing vessels underway and vessels under oars rule 26 fishing vessels rule 27 vessels not under command or restricted in their ability to manoeuvre rule 28 vessels constrained by their. Exoneration when a boat is taking markroom to which she is entitled, she shall be exonerated a if, as a result of the other boat failing to give her markroom, she breaks a rule of section a, or b if, by rounding the mark on her proper course, she breaks a rule of section a or rule 15 or 16. Sailing rule 18, titled markroom, is obviously the most important rule when youre near a mark. 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 match and team racing books have the relevant appendix superimposed on the rules at the front of the book have a look at the links below to see how it works. A new revision is published every four years after the olympic games by world sailing, the sports world governing body. For the original document the icyra national rules chairman was robert s. From printed paper rulebooks and waterproof versions to mobile device apps, us sailing makes the. All rule references in the ebook versions are bookmarked and searchable, allowing for easy navigation throughout the entire. But rule 16 takes precedence over sailing proper course, and the turning rightofway boat must take care not to alter course in such a way as to break rule 16. You can also view documents detailing any changes made to the regulations following meetings of the world sailing council. The world sailing regulations govern a range of issues on the administration and organization of the sport of sailing. Current finn class rules can be downloaded from isaf site. It is written as an introduction only to the art of sailing. Two divers swim along a luminous bluegreen passage, flashlights cutting through the water, a dark mass of stalactites suspended overhead.
These rules should only be thought of as a beginning. The rules in this book, including the definitions, race signals, introduction, preambles and the. Each person in mit boats must always wear a life jacket when on the water. Inland rules the inland rules in this book replace the old inland rules, western rivers rules, great lakes rules, their respective pilot rules and interpretive rules, and parts of the motorboat act of 1940. Each person using mit boats must be able to swim at least 100 yards. It may be necessary to do the same for seminars in april. For a plain language discussion of the rules, look into purchasing dave perrys book entitled understanding the racing. The complete sailing manual 3rd edition by steve sleight. 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. Just let the wind fill the sails and move you downwind using the tiller to navigate your way out. The racing rules of sailing for 20172020 became effective on january 1, 2017. Aug 02, 2017 understanding the rule of twelfths for tide prediction the fog was rolling in quickly, and the sun would soon be setting. Chapter 1 the sailing vessel illustrated picture courtesy of rya 1. Understanding the rule of twelfths for tide prediction.
Nov, 2014 sailing on the seas or racing on water can be thrilling. If two boats are subject to this rule at the same time, the one on the others port side or the one astern shall keep clear. National outdoor book award, historybiography category dans cave looks like the entrance to the underworld. Jun 16, 2015 at position 1, larry has right of way over wendy rule 12, is entitled to markroom from wendy rule 18. Understanding the racing rules of sailing through 2016. The complete sailing manual 3rd edition by steve sleight addeddate. Learning to sail basic rules and regulations of sailing. The world sailing codes are listed in the table below. Understanding the rule of twelfths for tide prediction the fog was rolling in quickly, and the sun would soon be setting. The meanings of any other signals that may be used shall be stated in the. The codes are published in the world sailing regulations.
The procedural rules for intercollegiate sailing competition were originally drafted in 1949 by the rules committee of the intercollegiate yacht racing association of north america icyra, predecessor to the intercollegiate sailing association, or icsa. Check with the dock staff to see if there are any restrictions. Rya racing rules guidance book pdf version information for support persons misconduct. Read 20172020 blue e book racing rules of sailing by australian sailing available from rakuten kobo. Please read this before the next class and practice your knots. Read 20172020 blue ebook racing rules of sailing by australian sailing available from rakuten kobo. All races will be governed by the racing rules of sailing 20172020, the prescriptions of the united states sailing association, the international hobie class association, the rules and bylaws of the ilya, and by these sailing instructions.
These rules apply to all shipping vessels irrespective. Once w3571 has tacked to respond to 7663s hail, can 7663 continue sailing for a few seconds to make sure hell have clear air after tacking. Advisory on race administration seminars due to the covid19 outbreak, us sailing is strongly recommending that all race management, judge and umpire seminars scheduled in march be postponed until it is safe to reschedule them. Us sailing proposals for the next rule book scuttlebutt sailing news. The letters i, o and q are not used to designate appendices in this book. Apr 22, 2019 sailing rule 18, titled markroom, is obviously the most important rule when youre near a mark. The rya racing rules committee provides an advisory service to help individuals, protest committees, clubs, classes and other organisations with their interpretation of the racing. I was bound for provincetown at the tip of cape cod, a long peninsula that extends east and loops north like the tip of an elfs shoe. Rules disputes poster outlines the rya rules disputes process 3. When a boat sailing under these rules meets a vessel that is not, she shall comply with the international regulations for preventing collisions at sea irpcas or government rightofway rules. Rule 10 a boat on starboard tack has rightofway row over a port tack boat starboard. 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 better understanding of how the rules are applied. This clarifies the situation where the outside boat has given markroom to the inside boat and the question arises as to when. The world sailing regulations also include the world sailing codes which be downloaded as separate files.
The racing rules of sailing is published every four years by world sailing, the international authority for the sport. For further information, please contact the seminar organizer. New ifa event manual 2018 this document replaces the championship rules, championship manual, silver cup rules, application form, and other documents ifa constitution 2017. The notice of race and sailing instructions shall be made available to each boat before a race begins. The first is the world sailing edition of the racing rules of sailing for 20172020 with each new word shown in red font. To download a pdf copy directly from world sailing or order the racing. Makes the rule which is an exception to the normal 18. These rules govern sailboat racing in the united states and in the areas of international races that pass through u. International maritime organization has devised specific rules like international regulations for preventing collisions at sea colregs. Racing rules downloads racing rules of sailing racing rya. Nevertheless, you should observe and follow specific rules and regulations to ensure safety of all at sea. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Includes diagrams, questions, and wellwritten discussion. Many of the old navigation rules were originally enacted in the last century.
It is revised and published every four years by world sailing. This book is written espe cially for the person that has had no previous experience with the art of sailing. 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 better. The rrs for 202124, which take effect on 1 january 2021, will be posted here soon after 30 june 2020. And, it pays to know what to bring aboard and what to leave on shore. The author is the leading us authority and one of the worlds foremost experts. Rule 26 starting races races shall be started by using the following signals.
Sailing at its best free to use video on finn sailing. When the wind is blowing away from the dock, launching is very easy. Each person using mit sailing dinghies must always wear a protective helmet on hisher head. These rules govern sailboat racing in the united states and in the areas of international races. The racing rules of sailing a history in 2007 isaf commissioned bob fisher to produce a book to commemorate the centenary of our sports governing body. If the sailing instructions so state, the rules of part 2 are replaced by the rightofway rules of the irpcas or by government rightofway rules. The racing rules of sailing rrs governs the sport of sailboat and sailboard racing.