Racing Rules

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ELIGIBILITY

The organizing authority for the events contained in the attached Race Instructions is the Royal Kennebeccasis Yacht Club. These events will be governed by the Racing Rules of Sailing including CYA prescriptions (2009– 2012) and these Race Instructions.

Entry in “CLOSED” races is restricted to RKYC member yachts:
Each member of the crew must be a member of the RKYC.
Guests are each welcome to a maximum of three races per season.

Entry in “OPEN” races is open to all yachts of the appropriate class.

REGISTRATION AND CLASS CHANGES

A completed RKYC racing registration form must be submitted to the race committee chairman by each yacht’s owner or person in charge (rule 46) prior to the yacht’s first race. Forms are available at the RKYC office.

All visiting yachts must report to the race committee prior to the start of the race.

The Saint John to Digby race has specific pre-race registration requirements for all RKYC and visiting yachts. Please check the notice boards for notice of race and registration requirements.

Boats over 20 feet may register in either Racing Class or Cruising Class.

CLASSES

RACING
All sailboats of overall length greater than 20 feet, racing with “Flying” sails.

CRUISING
All sailboats of overall length greater than 20 feet, racing without “Flying” sails.

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