The latest version of the racing rules of sailing is 20172020. Pdf assessing the windheel angle relationship of traditionally. If you want to read the actual wording of the rule in the rules book, racing rules of sailing, just click on the rule number. Racing rules downloads racing rules of sailing racing rya. Sailing prescriptions, but is adequate for most sailors. This edition becomes effective on 1 january 20 except that for an event beginning in 2012 the date.
Changes to the racing rules of sailing for 20092012 from ussailing. Eric johnson lectures at the seawanhaka yacht club february 8, 2009 about the new changes in the racing rules for sailing. Rule 2 preamble now states that, even if you are not racing, you can be disqualified from the race nearest in time to the incident if you fail to avoid contact when reasonably possible, resulting. This sea yarn is a fun and easy way to help you remember the rules of the road at sea. These rules should only be thought of as a beginning.
World sailing news is the weekly online newsletter of the world sailing. Changes to the racing rules of sailing from the 20 2016 edition are identified by a line in. One thing to remember is that there are different rightofway sailing instructions for sailboats as opposed to powerboats learn more about sailboats. Quick guide to the racing rules of sailing mysail news. Other words and terms are used in the sense ordinarily understood in nautical or general use. Sailing rules this is a sport where everyone needs to be selfregulated. Continue reading below for a helpful overview of basic sailing rules, based on the colregs international regulations for avoiding collisions at sea.
A united states sailing association little red certification log book. Here we summarize the essence of eight key onthewater changes. Be this overview comprises a simplified representation of boating rules on the water. The sailing rules are designed to prevent collisions and to promote fair sailing. The appeals book for 20172020 contains decisions of the us sailing appeals committee. Racing rules of sailing for 20092012 rrs, as adopted by the united states sailing association us sailing, and the pre scriptions of us sailing, except as they are amended herein.
Learning to sail basic rules and regulations of sailing. The porttack boat must also give way to a sailboat whose tack is uncertain such as when sailing downwind using a spinnaker. A copy of these procedural rules shall be posted or be readily. These articles are written for the beginner to intermediate rc yacht racing sailors yet may be a good refresher for those with more experience. Produced by world sailing, the racing rules of sailing are revised and published every four years. Remember, though, that it is necessary to read and understand all of the instructions in this manual before you attempt the maneuvers described. Sailing on the seas or racing on water can be thrilling. 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. Changes to the racing rules of sailing for 20092012. There is a set of rules that everyone needs to follow and enforce. Message me or contact me via my website for more details. Rules tutorials these are all external links isaf, international sailing federation.
The us sailing prescriptions are added to the racing rules of sailing, and they govern races that are held in the united states or the parts. A basic understanding of just a few important rules will help ensure that everyone has fun and gets home safe. This is a free pdf download from world sailing of the 20172020 racing rules. The 20172020 edition of the racing rules of sailing contains over 40 changes from the previous version. Ers the equipment rules of sailing rrs the racing rules of sailing revision the equipment rules are revised and published every four years by the international sailing federation isaf, the international authority for the sport. They have been updated to reflect the racing rules of sailing the rrs 2017 2020. But generally it is on the left side of the screen. The current edition is the racing rules of sailing 2017 2020. The racing rules of sailing includes two main sections. Its important to learn these rules to avoid collision and maintain your safety and the safety of others on the water. 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. Conference paper pdf available march 2009 with 482 reads.
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. Sailing is for all kinds of people cruisers, racers, adventurers, poets and people who just like the feeling of wind in their face and the sound of water going by. What is bluewater sailing really like when its stormy and big seas are running. But before you can enjoy the satisfaction that comes from steering a boat around a harbor by yourself, its important that you understand the basic principles of sailing. 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. 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. Assessing the windheel angle relationship of traditionallyrigged sailing. As per yachting new zealand prescriptions to rule 85 governing. Sailing can provide adventure, relaxation, recreation, and just good old fun. United states sailing association prescriptions to the rrs. International maritime organization has devised specific rules like international regulations for preventing collisions at sea colregs. The first, parts 17, contains rules that affect all competitors. The racing rules of sailing is published every four years by world sailing, the international authority for the sport.
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. Modu code 2009 code for the construction and equipment of. A snow and sleet squall went through and the wind shifted to. The racing rules of sailing are published every four years, beginning the year after the summer olympics, by world sailing ws. These rules apply to all shipping vessels irrespective. Rule 14 is never turned off and rules 15 and 16 are turned off only when it is necessary. The racing rules of sailing rrs governs the sport of sailboat and sailboard racing. Basic sailing rules an understanding of this introduction to the rules enables a racing helmsman to keep out of trouble and provides the logical framework which underlies all the when boats meet rules, however complex.
The racing rules of sailing become effective in australia on january 1, 2017 and replace all previous editions of the racing rules of sailing of world sailing or australian sailing and shall apply when so stated in the sailing instructions to events commencing after that date. The appeal application process is via an online form and requires all documentation to be uploaded. Rya prescriptions to the racing rules of sailing 20172020 rya case book 20172020 pdf version. If the boats are on different tacks sails on different sides of the boat, then the sailboat on the starboard tack the wind coming from the starboard side, with sails thus out to the port, or left, side is the standon vessel and the boat on the port tack must give way. 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. World sailing codes regulations 19, 20, 21, 22, 35. They are the foundation for all races in sailing around the world. A boat has right of way when another boat is required to keep clear. 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. References list the racing rules of sailing, without much explanation.
It is revised and published every four years by world sailing. Here is a chapter on the history of the rules, which bob delegated to mark rushall to write for the book. Mastering sailing basics means being familiar with essential rightofway sailing rules. Pdf hydrofoil configurations for sailing superyachts. Rules of the road for sailboats by tom lochhaas rules when sailboats meet collisions occur between boats more often than you might think, usually because one or both captains did not know or were not applying the rules of the road. Chartering i also wrote this guide because i often go cruising with friends who have never sailed before. To get an official copy of the complete rules, join us sailing at members receive an. There are some words in racing that have special meaning and they are identified in italics. The new racing rules for sailing 2009 part 2 youtube. These procedural rules and their appendices shall rank as sail ing instructions for all regattas.
The rrs for 202124, which take effect on 1 january 2021, will be posted here soon after 30 june 2020. These rules govern sailboat racing in the united states and in the areas of international races that pass through u. When the appeal application has been completed with the required documents uploaded, a notification is sent to australian sailing. To register your objection contact the members of the us sailing racing rules committee. The racing rules of sailing rrs govern the sport of sailing on the water. It is described how the course shall be set by the race committee as well as how boats need to act in different situations like at the start, when they meet upwind etc. Pdf hydrofoilassisted racing monohulls have undergone significant development phases in the past decade, yet very little scientific data. In this first of several columns to come, well explore the nuanced changes to the racing rules of sailing that go into effect in 2017. Introduction guidelines for discretionary penalties. The rules come from the international regulations for. Does not apply to boats launched prior to 1 january 2009.
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