What is regatta etiquette in sailing? An internet search might lead you to think it’s the fancy stuff – proper dress in the clubhouse, flag traditions, colors. Or it might imply following the racing rules. To others it might mean…
Racing Rules
This category covers the racing rules of sailing, with explanations, quizzes, and links to resources to help you better understand and apply the rules. We also have a special subcategory for sportsmanship.
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In this article, we’ll highlight rules 61 – 63 regarding protests, hearings, redress from a sailor’s point of view. These rules are in part 5 of the racing rules of sailing. This series updates the Inland Lake Yachting Association (ILYA) #FairSailing…
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Part 4 (Rules 40 – 56) of the Racing Rules of Sailing covers other requirements while racing. In this article, we’ll highlight rules 43 and 44 – Exoneration and Penalties at the Time of the Incident. We’ll cover additional part…
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Part 3 (Rules 25 – 37) of the Racing Rules of Sailing covers conduct of a race. These rules are important for both sailors and the race committee. In this article, we’ll highlight the items important to sailors. This series…
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Section D, Other Rules, is the final section of Part 2, When Boats Meet. Section D contains rules 21-23 addressing topics that do not fit neatly into Sections A-C. In 2018, the Inland Lake Yachting Association (ILYA) and SailZing, LLC…
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Think you know the race signals? Here are some activities to challenge yourself. We’ve updated the material to include the changes for the 2021-2024 racing rules of sailing – the V flag, blue flag, and orange flag were added. Race…
