The world sailing codes are listed in the table below. The rrs for 202124, which take effect on 1 january 2021, will be posted here soon after 30 june 2020. Sailing can provide adventure, relaxation, recreation, and just good old fun. For more on the rules, get dave perrys two books understanding the racing rules of sailing through 2016 which includes the complete rule book and dave perrys 100 best racing rules quizzes available at us sailing, 800 us sail1, or. These rules are not intended as a substitute for the official rules. Rules of the road part 1 united states naval academy. A boat has right of way when another boat is required to keep clear. These rules govern sailboat racing in the united states and in the areas of international races that pass through u.
We set the course, enabling sailors to enjoy the sport for a lifetime. Official procedural rules interscholastic sailing association. Just because youre sailing on open water doesnt mean you can disobey simple traffic rules. The hidden dangers of casualrace rules sailing world. Rules in this form were developed by the imo, put in effective july 15, 1977 and amended in 1981 and 1989 inland rules inland navigation rules act, 1980 combined and standardized old sets of rules inland rules are part of the code of federal regulations. Dave perrys 100 best racing rules quizzes highlights specific aspects of the racing rules in an enjoyable format designed to help. We offer a wide variety of sailing related publications, including the racing rules of sailing, basic keelboat, start powerboating right, learn sailing right, and us sailing membership materials. Learn the racing rules of sailing scuttlebutt sailing news. As the national governing body for the sport of sailing, us sailings mission is to provide leadership for the sport of sailing in the united states. Here is a list of considerations from rules expert dave perry. More about the new rules get a new rulebook see our other.
Simplified racing rules for beginners below, you will find the rightofway rules for racing in a very brief and simplified form. Founded in 1897 and headquartered in bristol, rhode. Less of the torso outside and only for short periods of time. We offer a wide variety of sailingrelated publications, including the racing rules of sailing, basic keelboat, start powerboating right, learn sailing right, and us sailing membership materials. For a plain language discussion of the rules, look into purchasing dave perrys book entitled understanding. It is revised and published every four years by world sailing. Dave perrys 100 best racing rules quizzes highlights specific aspects of the racing rules in an enjoyable format designed to help you become much more familiar with the racing rules of sailing.
Revised rule 21 will apply whenever a boat is sailing within the room or mark room to which she is entitled. Sep 29, 2011 us sailing s animated handy guide video. The us sailing appeals committee considers appeals from decisions of association appeals committees and the intercollegiate sailing association icsa. Personal flotation devices pfds indemnification rule 82 simple sailing instructions. Do you need a world sailing racing rules of sailing book. The racing rules of sailing rrs governs the sport of sailboat and sailboard racing. Racing rules explained rule 10 port and starboard rya handy guide to the racing rules ebook duration. Youth we are striving to develop and inspire youth sailors with. Racing rules of sailing for 20172020 waterproof edition us sailing.
Here you will find the basic rules of table tennis, as well as the official table tennis rules documents from both usa table tennis and the. Look to windward rules blog protest form us sailing team racing call book isaf the racing rules of sailing isaf understanding the racing rules of sailing by dave perry. Dave perrys understanding the racing rules of sailing. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. We achieve this mission through a wide range of programs and events providing an equal level playing field for all sailors. Under the umbrella of its racing charter, the rya provides guidance on the racing rules of sailing.
It deals with rules that are rarely discussed or even read but could have a big effect, especially if you sail in continental or. The guidance offered is the opinion of experts and is not a binding interpretation of the rules, nor will it be appropriate for all racing. After purchasing an online safety at sea code, a us sailing staff member will reach out to you separately from your confirmation. After purchasing an online safety at sea code, a us sailing staff member will reach out to you separately from your confirmation email, with instructions and an access code to the course. There are some words in racing that have special meaning and they are identified in italics. 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. World sailing recently added an unusual new case to the case book. February 7, 2020 the annual us sailing association award winners were celebrated thursday evening aboard the uss midway in san diego at the us sailing awards night celebration. Us sailing memberships individual youth family college. The codes are published in the world sailing regulations.
Us sailing proposals for the next rule book scuttlebutt. Rule 14, avoiding contact, is a rule that always applies, anywhere on the racecourse. On the water practice starts with live coaching vary the favored end starting line too short for all boats to fit. Award winners were honored for their contributions to the sport of sailing in the united states. World sailing news is the weekly online newsletter of the world sailing. This 220page book was written to accompany us sailing s safety at sea course, which shares best practices with both aspiring and experienced offshore sailors. Sailboat racing tactics explained simply sail to win book 8. The racing rules of sailing for 20172020 us sailing association on. 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. Traffic rules prevent accidents on land and on water. By downloading ahead of time, you can read your selections anywhere and anytime. Regattas, sailor development and racing resources for sailors of all ages and sailing disciplines from beginning racers to national champions, us sailing supports sailboat racing at all levels. Safety concussion training cdc ncaa concussion fact sheet roll over turtle recovery method video sample emergency action plan and response. Rules usea, united states eventing association, inc.
The e book versions of the rrs including australian sailing prescriptions are available free of charge and can be downloaded from the popular e book platforms ibooks and kobo. Teaching the racing rules national sailing programs. The racing rules of sailing is published every four years by world sailing, the international authority for the sport. Offshore racing association is to promote and encourage offshore racing under the offshore racing rule by providing a more scientific, researchbased handicapping system. The racing rules of sailing for 2017 2020 including us sailing prescriptions. The call book for team racing for 2017 2020, and it recognizes them as. Plus dave dellenbaughs learn the racing rules 2020 online program. This edition has been updated to reflect the racing rules of sailing 20172020 and is the essential reference text.
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. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. Australian sailing has ceased producing the blue book in hard copy and replaced it with a digital ebook version of the 20172020 blue book. The rules of sailing have words with very specific meanings just as the law has very. These procedural rules and their appendices shall rank as sail ing instructions for all regattas. 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. Racing rules guidance racing rules of sailing racing.
The racing rules of sailing for 20172020 became effective on january 1, 2017. 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. Before you even try to read the rules, you need to learn the defined words in the front of the rule book. The us sailing prescriptions rank as rules in the united states. The author is the leading us authority and one of the worlds foremost experts. The ebook versions of the rrs including australian sailing prescriptions are available free of charge and can be downloaded from the popular ebook platforms ibooks and kobo. They are intended as a guide for new racers until they can become familiar with the racing rules of sailing. The rules of the water actually call for more consideration than rules of the asphalt, so bear the following conventions in mind as you sail. Windcheck magazine us sailing honors association award. The racing rules of sailing are published every four years, beginning the year after the summer olympics, by world sailing ws.
The us sailing bookstore provides you access to the digital publications of us sailing through your mobile devices. 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. Us sailing extends its liability policies for the benefit of us sailings certified race officers, certified judges, and certified umpires, and to noncertified officials acting as volunteers for us sailing. As the national governing body for the sport of sailing, us sailing s mission is to provide leadership for the sport of sailing in the united states. To celebrate the accomplishments of these individuals and organizations, us sailing recognized. Learn the racing rules 2020 is a complete online training course designed to help you understand and apply all the rightofway rules in the 20172020 racing rules of sailing. Racing rules explained rule 10 port and starboard rya handy guide to the racing rules e book duration. Us sailings sailors guide to the racing rules a simple, colorful explanation dick. Please visit the us equestrian website for the current usef rules for eventing. Includes the international code and race signal flags and us sailing protest form. Us sailing the national governing body for the sport of sailing. Participants are encouraged to minimize any adverse environmental impact of the sport of sailing. The 2019 us national championships to be announced shortly.
Need help or have a question about your soars account. Australian sailing has ceased producing the blue book in hard copy and replaced it with a digital e book version of the 20172020 blue book. Study version of the racing rules for youth sailing world. The letters i, o and q are not used to designate appendices in this book.
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 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 of international races that pass through u. The specific scenario determines if the coverage is primary, excess or does not apply. The case book and the issuance of other interpretations of the racing rules. Learn the racing rules 2020 is a complete training online course on the racing rules of sailing, with videos. 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. 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. Basic traffic rules of the waterway for sailboats dummies. Racing rules of sailing for 20172020 waterproof edition. Us sailing is committed to the safety of all participants in sailing and has taken steps to protect them against misconduct and abuse. Rya racing rules of sailing 20172020 world sailing the international authority for the sport revise and publish the the racing rules of sailing every four years. World sailing publishes interpretations of the racing rules in.
Certified race officials have been required to maintain annual safesport athlete protection training since 2018, as mandated by federal law. The appeals book for 2017 2020 has been updated to conform to the racing rules of sailing for 2017 2020. The united states sailing association us sailing is the national governing body for sailing in the united states. Understanding the racing rules of sailing through 2020. Includes diagrams, questions, and wellwritten discussion. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop. However when you go to the world sailing latest case book there is a ruling in case 83 which appears to contradict the us appeal. Looking for some new, creative and fun ways to teach the racing rules of sailing. World sailings racing rules of sailing for 20172020 rrs, as adopted by the united states sailing association us sailing, and the pre scriptions of us sailing, except as they are amended herein. It features the latest news and events from the sailing world together with features and info in an easytouse format.
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