2013 Notice of Race
The 2013 Notice of Race has been published.
It consists of two main sections. Part 1 applies to all RORC races and includes rules that affect every race unless modified by Part 2. Part 2 details rules that apply to specific races. When a rule is modified in Part 2 it takes precedence over the rule in Part 1.
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Introduction
This Notice of Race (NoR) consists of two main sections. Part 1 applies to all RORC organised races and includes rules that affect every race unless modified by Part 2, which details rules that apply to specific races. When a rule is modified in Part 2, it takes precedence over the rule in Part 1.
Races organised in association with the RORC will have their own NoR and details are included in this NoR for information only.
Definitions
Class - The term Class includes IRC, ORC, CSA and MOCRA rating systems, or appropriate One-Design Classes.
Closing Date - is the date after which a late entry/late payment fee is charged and cancellation fees apply.
Competitor - A Competitor is any sailor competing in a race.
Documents Page can be found at http://remus.rorc.org/documents/
High Points System - the boats are ranked in order of points scored. Highest Points score wins.
Inshore Regatta - Inshore Regattas in 2013 are the RORC Easter Challenge and the IRC National Championship.
Emergency Contact - is the person to be informed in case of emergency. The nominated Emergency Contact must be available for the duration of the race and cannot be a Competitor in the race.
Offshore Race - Offshore Races are Category 0, 1, 2 and 3 races identified as part of the RORC Season's Points Championship. See NoR1.1.
Rating Deadline - is the latest date by which a valid Rating or Class Certificate shall be issued to the boat.
REMUS - The RORC online entry system at http://remus.rorc.org/
RCMS - The RORC Crew Management System at http://rorc.sailgate.com/crew
Sailing School Yacht - must be entered by a bona fide sailing school, affiliated to a National Authority and having on board a crew consisting of at least 50% paying students (not instructors).
Service Yacht - is one which is crewed by regular serving personnel of the Armed Services, affiliated to or approved for this purpose by the Association of Services Yacht Clubs, but may include one non-serving owner or owner's representative.
Terminology
A term used in the sense stated in the definitions is printed in italics (for example Class).
The use of the masculine gender shall be taken to mean either gender.
Contact Details
| Clubhouse and London Office | Cowes Office | Rating Office |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Ocean Racing Club 20, St James's Place London SW1A 1NN Telephone: +44 (0) 207 518 3131 Fax: +44 (0) 207 493 5252 Email: racing@rorc.org.uk |
The Disrespect 82, High Street Cowes, Isle of Wight PO31 7AJ Telephone: +44 (0) 1983 295144 Fax: +44 (0) 207 493 5252 Email: racing@rorc.org.uk |
Seahorse Building Bath Road Lymington, Hampshire SO41 3SE Telephone: +44 (0) 1590 677030 Fax: +44 (0) 1590 679478 Email: info@rorcrating.com |
Note: The Cowes Office is only open during Cowes-based racing events.
Part 1 - General Rules
The rules of Part 1 shall apply to all races in this Notice of Race except where otherwise stated in Part 2 or Sailing Instructions.
Organising Authority
The organising authority is the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC).
1.1 Programme
| Race | Date (2013) | Destination / Location | Distance / Duration | Points Factor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RORC Caribbean 600 § | Mon 18 February | Antigua | 600 | 1.4 |
| San Fernando Race* | Wed 27 March | Luzon, Philippines | 500 | - |
| RORC Easter Challenge | Fri 29 - Sun 31 March | Cowes | - | - |
| Cervantes Trophy Race |
Sat 4 May | Cowes - Le Havre | 95 - 140 | 1.0 |
| Trophée Guillaume le Conquérant* | Sun 5 May | Le Havre - Cowes | 90 | - |
| North Sea Race (Vuurschepen Race 7 May) |
Fri 10 May | Harwich - Scheveningen | 210 | 1.2 |
| Myth of Malham Race |
Sat 25 May | Cowes - Round Eddystone | 230 | 1.2 |
| De Guingand Bowl Race |
Fri 14 June | Cowes - Guernsey, C.I. | 120 | 1.0 |
| East Coast Race* | Fri 14 June | Burnham on Crouch | 120 | 1.0 |
| Morgan Cup Race |
Fri 28 June | Cowes - Dieppe via marks | 100-140 | 1.0 |
| Lyver Trophy Race* | Fri 5 July | Holyhead - Howth | 100 | 1.0 |
| IRC National Championship | Fri 5 - Sun 7 July | Cowes | - | - |
| Channel Race | Sat 27 July | Cowes - Round Marks - Solent finish | 24 - 36 Hours | 1.0 |
| Rolex Fastnet Race | Sun 11 August | Cowes - Fastnet Rock - Plymouth | 608 | 1.5 |
| Cherbourg Race | Fri 6 September | Cowes - Cherbourg via marks | 75-120 | 1.0 |
| Rolex Middle Sea Race * | Sat 19 October | Malta | 606 | 1.4 |
| Raja Muda Selangor International Regatta* |
TBC | Malaysia | - | - |
| ARC 2013 * (RORC Racing Division) |
Sun 24 November | Gran Canaria - St Lucia | 2,700 | - |
*Organised in association with the RORC. See the individual event Notice of Race available from the event websites. A brief overview of the race is printed in this publication.
§ The RORC Caribbean 600 Notice of Race is available from the website (http://caribbean600.rorc.org/)
1.2 Rules and Regulations
1.2.1 English Law
This Notice of Race, and the terms of the contract created by the acceptance of a boat's entry in any race or event governed by this Notice of Race, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English law. Any dispute which cannot be resolved under Part 5 of the Racing Rules of Sailing shall be referred to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts.
1.2.2 Racing Rules of Sailing
The rules as defined in the Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) 2013-2016. (http://www.sailing.org/documents/racing-rules.php)
1.2.3 National Authority Prescriptions
The prescriptions of RYA will apply (http://www.rya.org.uk/racing/racingrules/Pages/the-rules.aspx)
No other National Authority prescriptions shall apply.
1.2.4 Class Rules
The rules and regulations of appropriate One-Design and/or restricted Class rules, IRC Rules Parts A, B & C, ORC Rules and MOCRA Rules.
1.2.5 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations (OSR)
The ISAF Offshore Special Regulations, any amendments thereto for 2013 and RORC Prescriptions.
When details of Special Regulations cannot be met the Committee may accept an alternative.
1.2.6 International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
The rules of RRS Part 2 shall not apply between the times of local sunset and sunrise, except when changed in Sailing Instructions, and shall be replaced with the right-of-way rules of IRPCAS (International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea).
1.2.7 Pollution
Dumping rubbish is prohibited under MARPOL legislation, the Merchant Shipping Regulations 1998 (Prevention of Pollution by Garbage) and Merchant Shipping Notice No 1720. In the Magistrates Courts the fines can be up to £25,000 and in the Crown Court they are unlimited. Attention is drawn to the ISAF Code of Environmentally Friendly Behaviour (www.sailing.org/about/environment/index.php)
1.2.8 Notice of Race
This Notice of Race and any amendments thereto. Amendments to the Notice of Race will be available from the RORC Office and published on the RORC website.
1.2.9 Sailing Instructions
Sailing Instructions will be issued to Competitors that have met all of the entry requirements. Sailing Instructions will be emailed to Competitors after the Closing Date for each race.
Sailing Instructions may be posted to Competitors on request.
Note: Succeeding items in the above list shall take precedence.
1.3 Advertising
Boats may be required to display advertising chosen and supplied by the organising authority.
1.4 Responsibility
1.4.1 The Person in Charge
Yacht racing can be dangerous. The attention of Persons in Charge is drawn to RRS Fundamental Rule 4: "The responsibility for a boat's decision to participate in a race or to continue racing is hers alone" and to Special Regulation 1.02.1 which begins: "The safety of a yacht and her crew is the sole and inescapable responsibility of the Person in Charge...."
1.4.2 The RORC
The RORC, its sponsors, and other organising clubs accept no responsibility or liability for loss of life or injury to members or others, or for the loss of, or damage to, any vessel or property.
1.4.3 Starting and Continuing to Race
The Race Committee will make starting signals unless in their opinion it is manifestly unsafe for any of the boats entered to remain in the vicinity of the starting line. Each boat shall exercise her responsibility under RRS Fundamental Rule 4 and decide whether or not to start or to continue to race.
1.4.4 Race Declaration(s)
No boat will be accepted as an entry unless the Person in Charge has, before the start of the race, signed a declaration in the terms set out in NoR 1.14. The RORC reserves the right to require a signed declaration, in the terms set out in NoR 1.14, from each crew member.
1.4.5 Safety and Life Saving Equipment
Competitors' attention is drawn to RRS 1.2 life-saving equipment: "Each Competitor is individually responsible for wearing a personal flotation device adequate for the conditions."
See also Special Regulation 5.02.
1.4.6 RORC Safety Sticker
All boats shall display the RORC Safety Sticker in a prominent place on board. The sticker is available from the RORC.
1.5 Eligibility - The Boat
1.5.1 Suitability
RORC races are open to seaworthy yachts which comply with the rules and regulations described in this Notice of Race and which are manned by an adequate number of experienced crew who are physically fit to face bad weather. The minimum crew on any monohull shall be three apart from as allowed under NoR 1.5.3.1.4 Two-Handed Class.
However no person may race contrary to the terms of a ban imposed by the RORC, a National Authority or ISAF.
1.5.2 Boat Size
Except where stated otherwise the maximum size for any yacht is: monohull 30.5 metres/100ft LH (LOA), multihull 21.5 metres/70ft. The minimum size for monohulls is determined by their rating. See NoR 1.5.3 Divisions. The minimum LH (LOA) for multihulls is 9.15 metres/30ft.
The committee may make exceptions to the maximum and minimum sizes on application.
1.5.3 Classes
1.5.3.1 IRC - Boats rating 0.850 and greater
IRC Rules Parts A, B, and C shall apply, except as varied below or in the Sailing Instructions.
1.5.3.1.1 IRC Endorsed Certificates
IRC endorsed certificates are only required for the IRC National Championship.
1.5.3.1.2 IRC Rule 22.4.2 - Crew Numbers
IRC 22.4.2 is deleted and replaced by "The maximum number of crew that may sail aboard a boat shall be as detailed below. There is no weight limit."
| IRC Certificate Number | Allowed Crew |
|---|---|
| Up to 9 | Certificate number plus 1 |
| 10-13 | Certificate number plus 2 |
| 14 and over | Certificate number plus 3 |
Note: The above provision overrides IRC Rule 22.4.2 in respect of One-Design classes. However a Class may wish for its own purposes to apply its own crew limits of less than the RORC scale shown here. It is recommended that the Person in Charge consult their Class Association.
1.5.3.1.3 IRC Rule 15
Automatic and wind-vane devices for steering may be carried but not used except as stated in NoR 1.5.3.1.4 Two-Handed Class. This amends IRC Rule 15.
1.5.3.1.4 Two-Handed Class
A Two-Handed Class within IRC will be available in RORC Offshore Races. Yachts will be eligible for both Two-Handed and IRC rating band class trophies. Automatic or wind-vane steering is permitted (changes IRC Rule 15). Entries must satisfy the committee that they have suitable and adequate experience and that their yacht is appropriately organised for two-handed sailing.
1.5.3.2 ORC Club - Yachts rating 1.005 and greater
In the North Sea Race yachts may enter in ORC Club (ORCi certificates are acceptable).
1.5.3.3 Multihulls - Boats rating 1.100 and greater
Offshore multihulls with endorsed Multihull Offshore Cruising and Racing Association (MOCRA) rating certificates may enter a multihull division in Offshore Races. The minimum crew for multihulls is two. In two-handed multihulls wind-vane steering is permitted. This changes RRS 52.
Open multihulls may race without any rating.
1.5.3.4 Level Racing
When at least six yachts from a class, which in itself races "level" and is recognised by the RORC, take part in a race, a class result may be provided. With prior permission from the RORC certain classes may be allowed to race under class rules within RORC racing (e.g. IMOCA 60, Class40).
1.5.4 Classes and Class Flags
| Class | TCC range | Class Flag |
|---|---|---|
| IRC CK* | 0.850 and greater | Pennant 9 |
| IRC Z | 1.275 and greater | Pennant 0 |
| IRC 1 | 1.101 - 1.274 | Pennant 1 |
| IRC 2 | 1.051 - 1.100 | Pennant 2 |
| IRC 3 | 1.007 - 1.050 | Pennant 3 |
| IRC 4 | 0.850 - 1.006 | Pennant 4 |
| ORC Club | 1.005 and greater | Pennant 5 |
| Multihulls | 1.170 and greater | Pennant 8 |
* IRC CK is a separate class within IRC for boats with canting keels.
The RORC reserves the right to amend the class bands in the light of 2013 data before the start of the season. Class bands may be changed for Inshore Regattas.
When racing the appropriate Class flag or flags shall be prominently displayed from a backstay, or at the stern on a boat with no backstay.
1.5.5 Ratings, Rating and Class Certificates, Deadline
Boats shall hold valid rating/class certificate(s) on the Closing Date. Boats racing under IRC are not required to submit a copy of their certificate to the RORC. Boats holding other rating/class certificates shall submit a copy of their certificate(s) to the RORC by the Rating Deadline. Changes to ratings and class certificates will only be accepted after the Rating Deadline in exceptional circumstances at the discretion of the RORC. Every boat racing shall have on board a current valid signed copy of the rating and/or class certificate for the Class or Classes in which she is racing.
1.5.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations (OSR) and RORC Prescriptions
The OSR category which applies to each race depends on the nature of the race and is specified in Part 2 for each race.
Inshore Regattas are usually Category 4.
Weekend Offshore Races are Category 3 with a Category 2 compliant liferaft.
Long Offshore Races are usually Category 2 (Rolex Fastnet Race) or Category 1.
Oceanic Offshore Races are usually Category 0.
The complete ISAF Offshore Special Regulations with RORC Prescriptions are in Appendix 1 to this Notice of Race. The OSR can also be found on the Documents Page where there are also extracts from the regulations which show what is required for a given category.
1.5.6.1 OSR Compliance
Responsibility for compliance rests with the Person in Charge. However the RORC will endeavour to help Competitors to understand the OSR and reserves the right to conduct an OSR inspection on any boat at any time.
For OSR Category 4 Inshore Regattas only, the entrant shall complete an online declaration, using the online entry system REMUS, stating that the boat complies with OSR Category 4 and RORC Prescriptions. In exceptional circumstances the RORC may accept a printed declaration.
For Offshore Races the Person in Charge shall, before their first Offshore Race of the season, complete an OSR Checklist (available on the Documents Page) to the appropriate Category.
Only one checklist appropriate to the race category per season is required from the Person in Charge.
Checklists from other organisations may also be accepted if they are current, completed to the appropriate race category, comprehensive, and based on the ISAF Offshore Special Regulations.
1.5.6.2 Automatic Identification System (AIS)
OSR 3.29.1(n) requires boats to carry an AIS Transponder in Category 0, 1 and 2 races.
AIS Transponders are recommended in Category 3 races.
Competitors shall ensure that the name of the boat is displayed rather than just the MMSI number.
Competitors shall use their best endeavours to ensure that their AIS Transponder is switched on (i.e. transmitting and receiving) at all times during Category 0, 1 and 2 races.
1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
In accordance with OSR 3.04.3 the RORC uses minimum stability/buoyancy indices. For yachts competing under IRC either SSS or STIX and AVS Indices are used depending on the series date of the boats and the category of the race. Monohull boats not racing under IRC shall satisfy the RORC that they meet the requirements of other stability indices for the category of race.
In exceptional circumstances the RORC may accept other indicators as to the suitability of the boats for a given category of race.
1.6.1 SSS or STIX and AVS
1.6.1.1 Category 1 and 2 races:
Boats with series date of 1995 and later will be categorised under STIX only.
Boats with series date before 1995 may be categorised under either STIX or SSS.
1.6.1.2 Category 3 races:
Boats with series date of 2000 and later will be categorised under STIX only.
Boats with series date before 2000 may be categorised under either STIX or SSS.
1.6.1.3 Category 4 races:
Boats may be categorised under either STIX or SSS.
1.6.2 Minimum Permitted Values
| OSR Category | Category 1 | Category 2 | Category 3 | Category 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STIX minimum | 32 | 32 | 23 | 14 |
| AVS minimum | 130-0.002*m | 130-0.002*m | 130-0.005*m | 90 |
| SSS minimum | 35 | 28 | 15 | 10 |
| Where m is the boat's Minimum Sailing Weight | ||||
More information about Safety and Stability Indices can be found at http://www.ircrating.org/
1.7 Eligibility - Competitors
1.7.1 Shoreside Contact
For Inshore Regattas only, the entrant shall nominate a Shoreside Contact. This person must be available on the phone number(s) supplied to the RORC throughout the regatta. In an emergency the RORC will phone the Shoreside Contact who shall act as the link on behalf of the crew. The Shoreside Contact shall hold the Emergency Contact details for all of the crew. A Shoreside Contact form is available on the Documents Page.
1.7.2 Offshore Crewlist
For Offshore Races an Offshore Crewlist complete with full Emergency Contact details shall be supplied to the RORC. The Person in Charge shall select the crew from Competitors who have registered as crew on the RORC Crew Management System (RCMS). In exceptional circumstances the RORC may accept receipt of the Offshore Crewlist by other means.
1.7.3 Experience Requirement
For OSR Category 0, 1 and 2 races there are Experience Qualification Requirements, see Part 2 for details.
1.7.4 Training Requirement
There are basic training requirements for all Categories of Race, see section 6 of the ISAF Offshore Special Regulations for full details.
For OSR Category 0, 1 and 2 races the RORC will ask the crew to provide evidence of training to OSR Section 6. This is the ISAF Offshore Crew Safety Course. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted. For details of the Training Requirements for a race see the appropriate race page in Part 2.
1.7.5 First Aid Requirement
There are requirements for First Aid training in all Categories of Race, see OSR 6.04 and 6.05.
1.8 Race Entry
1.8.1 Entering a Race
A Competitor shall enter a RORC race using the REMUS online entry system. The RORC may accept an entry over the telephone. Submission of an entry will not guarantee a place in a race; all other entry requirements must be completed to the satisfaction of the RORC.
1.8.2 Payment
Payment of the race entry fee shall be received by the RORC (allowing time for funds to clear where a bank transfer is used), on or before the Closing Date, except for entries for the Rolex Fastnet Race which are subject to 50% of the race entry fee being paid within 10 days of entering.
Credit/debit cards are accepted through the online entry system or by telephone. The RORC may accept other payment methods.
1.8.2.1 Late payment
When Entry Fees are received after the Closing Date, a Late Entry Fee may be charged. See NoR 1.8.5 Late Entry Fees.
1.8.3 Cancellations and Refunds
Cancellations before the Closing Date will be eligible for a full refund of the race entry fee, except for the Rolex Fastnet Race where 50% of the race entry fee will be refunded.
Cancellations after the Closing Date will be eligible for a refund of 50% of the race entry fee.
Refunds will be sent to the credit card used for payment. For payments made by other means, refunds will be made against a written claim that must be received no later than Monday 30th September 2013.
If the Person in Charge fails to notify the RORC of cancellation as described above he/she shall pay the full fee without refund unless good reason can be shown.
1.8.4 Standard Entry Fees - shown in £ Sterling
| LH (LOA) (m) | Offshore Weekend Race | North Sea Race (entry fee includes tracking) | RORC Easter Challenge IRC National Championship | Rolex Fastnet Race | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member | Non-member | Member | Non-member | Member | Non-member | Member | Non-member | ||
| Below 9.00 | 41 | 58 | 61 | 78 | 122 | 174 | 203 | 290 | |
| 9.01 - 10.00 | 48 | 68 | 68 | 88 | 143 | 204 | 238 | 340 | |
| 10.01 - 11.00 | 56 | 79 | 76 | 99 | 166 | 237 | 277 | 395 | |
| 11.01 - 12.00 | 67 | 95 | 87 | 115 | 200 | 285 | 333 | 475 | |
| 12.01 - 13.00 | 77 | 110 | 97 | 130 | 231 | 330 | 385 | 550 | |
| 13.01 - 14.00 | 100 | 142 | 120 | 162 | 299 | 426 | 497 | 710 | |
| 14.01 - 15.00 | 118 | 168 | 138 | 188 | 353 | 504 | 588 | 840 | |
| 15.01 - 16.00 | 159 | 226 | 179 | 246 | 475 | 678 | 791 | 1130 | |
| 16.01 - 17.00 | 210 | 299 | 230 | 319 | 628 | 897 | 1047 | 1495 | |
| 17.01 - 18.00 | 273 | 389 | 293 | 409 | 817 | 1167 | 1362 | 1945 | |
| 18.01 - 19.00 | 368 | 525 | 388 | 545 | 1103 | 1575 | 1838 | 2625 | |
| 19.01 - 20.00 | 386 | 551 | 406 | 571 | 1158 | 1653 | 1929 | 2755 | |
| 20.01 - 21.00 | 405 | 578 | 425 | 598 | 1214 | 1734 | 2023 | 2890 | |
| 21.01 - 22.00 | 427 | 609 | 447 | 629 | 1279 | 1827 | 2132 | 3045 | |
| 22.01 - 23.00 | 445 | 635 | 465 | 655 | 1334 | 1905 | 2223 | 3175 | |
| 23.01 - 24.00 | 464 | 662 | 480 | 682 | 1391 | 1986 | 2317 | 3310 | |
| 24.01 - 25.00 | 482 | 688 | 502 | 708 | 1445 | 2064 | 2408 | 3440 | |
| 25.01 - 26.00 | 504 | 719 | 524 | 739 | 1510 | 2157 | 2517 | 3595 | |
| 26.01 - 27.00 | 523 | 746 | 543 | 766 | 1567 | 2238 | 2611 | 3730 | |
| 27.01 - 28.00 | 541 | 772 | 561 | 792 | 1622 | 2316 | 2702 | 3860 | |
| 28.01 - 29.00 | 559 | 798 | 579 |
818 |
1676 | 2394 | 2793 | 3990 | |
| 29.01 - 30.50 | 581 | 830 | 601 | 850 | 1743 | 2490 | 2905 | 4150 | |
1.8.5 Late Entry Fees
Entries after the Closing Date, and at least 48 hours before the start, may be accepted on payment of an additional sum of half the standard entry fee.
1.8.6 Late Documentation Fee
A late documentation fee may apply to some races, see Part 2 for details.
1.9 Courses
Courses will be outlined in Part 2 and detailed in the Sailing Instructions.
The Race Committee may set different courses for different Classes. In this instance the results in IRC Overall will be calculated on corrected average speed, this changes RRS A3.
1.10 Penalties
1.10.1 Taking a Penalty (RRS 44)
When a scoring penalty applies it will be as described in RRS 44.3.
Unless Sailing Instructions state that a scoring penalty applies, a boat may take a Two Turns Penalty as permitted and described in RRS 44.2 for breaking a rule of RRS Part 2 or a right-of-way rule of IRPCAS, whichever applies at the time. When the right-of-way rules of IRPCAS apply a penalty need not be taken until it is safe to do so. This adds to RRS 44.1.
1.10.2 Penalties for Infringements of Other Rules
Penalties for infringements of other rules will be detailed in the Sailing Instructions.
1.11 Communication
A boat may, without infringing RRS 41, request and receive repetition of information broadcast by the Race Committee, or be told whether or not a broadcast has been made.
1.11.1 RRS 41 - Weather and Tidal Information
Rule 41(c) is replaced by:
A boat shall not receive help from any outside source, except
(c) help in the form of information which is freely available to all boats, which shall include navigational, weather, tide or current information from any source which is available to all boats whether or not by payment of a fee or subscription, but shall not include any information gathered or the subject of interpretation by, or any advice received from, any source not on board the boat and which is specific to the boat and her situation.
By way of example and interpretation, downloading charts, weather and/or tidal GRIB files from subscription services, or having such information passed to the boat in its pure form, is permitted but receiving messages or information which is the result of interpretation as it applies to the boat is not permitted.
1.12 Scoring
1.12.1 Inshore Regattas
In an Inshore Regatta the low point system of RRS Appendix A will apply. Discards for Inshore Regattas are described in Part 2.
1.12.2 Offshore Races
1.12.2.1 RORC Points Table - Based on the Cox-Sprague System
The scoring system for Offshore Races will be the High Points System below; RRS Appendix A is changed: paragraphs A2 and A9 shall not apply.
| Number of Starters | |||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 + | Place | Place | Pts | Place | Pts | Place | Pts | Place | Pts |
| 90 | 91 | 92 | 93 | 94 | 95 | 96 | 97 | 98 | 99 | 100 | 1 | 21 | 58.5 | 27 | 55.5 | 33 | 52.5 | 39 | 49.5 |
| 84 | 85 | 86 | 87 | 88 | 89 | 90 | 91 | 92 | 93 | 94 | 2 | 22 | 58.0 | 28 | 55.0 | 34 | 52.0 | 40 | 49.0 |
| 80 | 81 | 82 | 83 | 84 | 85 | 86 | 87 | 88 | 89 | 90 | 3 | 23 | 57.5 | 29 | 54.5 | 35 | 51.5 | 41 | 48.5 |
| 76 | 77 | 78 | 79 | 80 | 81 | 82 | 83 | 84 | 85 | 86 | 4 | 24 | 57.0 | 30 | 54.0 | 36 | 51.0 | 42 | 48.0 |
| 73 | 74 | 75 | 76 | 77 | 78 | 79 | 80 | 81 | 80 | 81 | 5 | 25 | 56.5 | 31 | 53.5 | 37 | 50.5 | 43 | 47.5 |
| 70 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 74 | 75 | 76 | 77 | 78 | 79 | 80 | 6 | 26 | 56.0 | 32 | 53.0 | 38 | 50.0 | etc. | etc. |
| 68 | 69 | 70 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 74 | 75 | 76 | 77 | 78 | 7 | ||||||||
| 66 | 67 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 74 | 75 | 76 | 8 | DNF or RAF = 10 pts | |||||||
| 64 | 65 | 66 | 67 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 74 | 9 | DNC, DNS, DSQ, DNE, DGM = 0 pts | |||||||
| 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 | 66 | 67 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 71 | 72 | 10 | After place 50, points reduce for each subsequent place by 0.3 to a flat minimum of 11.0 | |||||||
| 61 | 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 | 66 | 67 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 11 | |||||||||
| 60 | 61 | 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 | 66 | 67 | 68 | 12 | ||||||||||
| 59 | 60 | 61 | 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 | 66 | 13 | |||||||||||
| 59 | 60 | 61 | 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 | 14 | ||||||||||||
| 59 | 60 | 61 | 62 | 63 | 64 | 15 | |||||||||||||
| 59 | 60 | 61 | 62 | 63 | 16 | ||||||||||||||
| 59 | 60 | 61 | 62 | 17 | |||||||||||||||
| 59 | 60 | 61 | 18 | ||||||||||||||||
| 59 | 60 | 19 | |||||||||||||||||
| 59 | 20 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Points obtained from the table (excluding points for DNF or RAF which are always 10) are multiplied by the points factor shown with the details of each race. | |||||||||||||||||||
1.12.2.2 RRS A3 - Scoring
The final sentence in RRS A3 - Scoring is modified to read "However, when a handicap or rating system is used a boat's corrected time, rounded to the nearest second, shall determine her finishing place."
1.12.3 Number of Races
At least three races will have to be completed to constitute a series.
1.13 Trophies and Prizes
The interpretation of the terms of award for all trophies and prizes will be made by the RORC Committee, whose decision is final. Trophies will only be awarded to boats which have completed the relevant races. When no boat qualifies to win a particular trophy the Race Committee may, at its discretion, award it otherwise.
The Club holds the winners of trophies responsible for all damage or loss and strongly recommends that winners take out adequate insurance. Winners are responsible for having the trophy suitably engraved, and are also liable for all return carriage costs. If a trophy is returned without engraving the RORC reserves the right to charge the cost of the engraving to the winner. Trophies shall be returned to the Club when requested by the Race Office.
1.13.1 Season's Points Championship Trophies, IRC Total Points Championship Trophies and Special Awards
The Annual Challenge Trophies and Special Awards will be presented at the Annual Dinner.
1.13.1.1 Season's Points Championship Trophies
A boat's best high points factor race will be scored at the points factor shown in 1.1 Programme, further high points factor races will be scored at 1.0. A boat's best five Offshore Races to count.
| Trophy | Awarded for | 2012 Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Europeans Trophy | IRC Zero | Pleomax, Harm Prins |
| Trenchemer Cup | IRC One | Inis Mor, Bernard and Laurent Gouy |
| Emily Verger Plate | IRC Two | Visit Malta Puma, Sailing Logic, James Gair |
| Grenade Goblet | IRC Three | Diablo-J, Nick Martin |
| Cowland Trophy | IRC Four | Winsome, Harry Heijst |
| Psipsina Trophy | Two-Handed Class | Diablo-J, Nick Martin |
| Shambles Salver | Multihulls | 2011 - Not Awarded |
| Oldland/Watts Aquadanca Trophy | For the Sigma 38 with the highest Season's Points | Persephone of London, Nigel Goodhew |
| J/109 RORC Trophy |
For the J/109 with the highest score from her best five points races including the Rolex Fastnet Race | 2012 - Not Awarded |
1.13.1.2 IRC Total Points Championship Trophies
A boat's best high points factor race will be scored at the points factor shown in 1.1 Programme, further high points factor races will be scored at 1.0. All Offshore Races to count.
| Trophy | Awarded for | 2012 Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Jazz Trophy | IRC Overall | Inis Mor, Bernard and Laurent Gouy |
| Keith Ludlow Trophy | Navigator of the IRC Overall Yacht | Jean Charles Monnet, Inis Mor |
| David Fayle Memorial Cup | Best Sailing School Yacht | Visit Malta Puma, Sailing Logic, James Gair |
| Serendip Trophy | Best Series produced Yacht | Inis Mor, Bernard and Laurent Gouy |
| The Serendip Trophy will be presented to the best Cruiser/Racer series produced yacht as decided by the Committee | ||
| Haylock Cup | Best British Service Yacht | British Soldier, Army Sailing Association |
| Stradivarius Trophy | Best Overseas Yacht | Inis Mor, Bernard and Laurent Gouy |
| Arambalza Swan Cup | Best Swan | Lulotte, Ben Morris |
| Alan Paul Trophy | Consistent high performance | Tonnerre de Breskens 3, Piet Vroon |
| Awarded to the yacht with the highest total fleet overall points (all races to count) plus a bonus: 2.5[R+(R-1) +(R-2) +(R-3) etc+(R-R)] when R=races completed. Class Season's Points winners are excluded. | ||
1.13.1.3 Special Awards
| Trophy | Awarded for | 2012 Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Somerset Memorial Trophy | Yacht of the Year | Diablo-J, Nick Martin |
| Awarded for outstanding racing achievement by a yacht owned or sailed by a RORC member as voted for by the RORC Main Committee | ||
| Assuage Trophy for RORC Members | Foggy Dew, Noel Racine | |
| For the yacht, owned or skippered by a RORC member, with the most RORC points in IRC Overall in the Cherbourg Race plus her best three races taken from Cervantes, Morgan Cup, Myth of Malham, and the Cowes-Dinard-St Malo Races. In each of the races an Assuage Tank will be won by the best yacht on IRC Overall points. | ||
| Highwayman Cup | Inis Mor, Bernard and Laurent Gouy | |
| Best Elapsed time in the Deauville/Cervantes, Morgan Cup, Cowes-Dinard-St Malo and Cherbourg races. | ||
| Duncan Munro Kerr Youth Challenge Trophy | Jackson Bouttell, Tonnerre de Breskens 3 | |
| For a youth crew member who has completed the most RORC miles in the current season on a yacht which on Season's Points finishes in the top three of her IRC class. The crew member must be between 15 and 25 (inclusive) on 1st January 2013. Tie-break: younger crew member wins. | ||
| Peter Harrison Youth Trophy | 2012 - Not Awarded | |
| For yachts with a minimum of 33% (rounded up) of the crew under the age of 25 on the 1st January 2013. Highest points score from any 3 Offshore Races. | ||
| Dennis P Miller Memorial Trophy | British Yacht Overseas | Financial Crisis, Marco Nannini |
| Seamanship Trophy | Outstanding Act of Seamanship | Conrad Colman, Cessna Citation |
| Freddie Morgan Trophy | Classic Yacht in IRC | Winsome, Harry Heijst |
| The Pera Awards | 2012 - Not Awarded | |
| Pera Awards may be given to yachts which receive redress for rendering assistance during a race. | ||
1.13.2 Individual Race Prizes and Trophies
1.13.2.1 Trophies
The trophies to be awarded for a race are listed in Part 2.
1.13.2.2 Prizes
RORC medallions will be presented as prizes for each Class as follows:
| Number of starters | 6-8 | 9-15 | 16-24 | 25 or more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prizes | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
1.13.2.2.1 Low Number of Starters
When there are less than 6 starters in a Class it may be combined for prizes with the neighbouring least numerous Class.
1.13.2.2.2 High Number of Starters
When there are more than 30 starters in a Class it may be sub-divided for prizes.
1.14 Race Entry Declaration
The Person in Charge for each race shall agree to the terms of the declaration below using REMUS the online entry system. In exceptional circumstances the RORC may accept a signed printed declaration.
Race Entry Form Declaration to be signed by every Person in Charge
To the best of my knowledge the information I have given is accurate. I understand that Yacht Racing can be dangerous. I agree that the RORC, organising clubs, the Rolex SA, the Rolex UK, sponsors and their agents, have no responsibility for loss of life or injury to members or others, or for the loss of, or damage to any vessel or property. I have paid particular attention to and agree to be bound by Special Regulation 1.02 and I have read and understand and where appropriate agree to be bound by RORC NoR 1.5 Responsibility. Before racing I will effect adequate and suitable insurance. Before racing I will ensure that my crew is aware of:
- the undertaking in this Declaration
- the importance of effecting appropriate personal insurance
- their responsibility in rules observance, and in particular RRS 1.2 (wearing personal buoyancy adequate for the conditions). See also RORC Prescription to the Special Regulations 5.01.5
I agree to be bound by RRS, RYA Prescriptions, this Notice of Race, ISAF Offshore Special Regulations and other applicable rules. The yacht will be available for inspection. If any alteration likely to affect the handicap or rating is made, e.g. to sails, rig, mast, ballast, trim, engine or propeller, I will notify the Rating Authority and Race Committee immediately. I will ensure that no crew member races on my yacht contrary to the terms of any ban imposed by ISAF, or a National Authority or the RORC.
I understand and agree that the information given in this race entry and also the race entry lists and results will be maintained on the Club's computer to be used for all aspects of race organisation.
1.15 Insurance
Yachts shall effect adequate and suitable insurance before racing.
Part 2 - The Races
Introduction
Part 2 of this Notice of Race gives details of the rules which apply to specific races, and may change the rules of Part 1. The rules of Parts 1 and 2 may be changed in the Sailing Instructions.
Note: The paragraph numbering in Part 2 has been done to achieve consistency through Part 2 so the numbering in an individual Race may not be sequential.
RORC Easter Challenge
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club
2.2 Regatta Date
Friday 29th March - Sunday 31st March 2013
2.2.1 Programme
Up to 9 races are scheduled
| Date | Time | Event | HW (Portsmouth) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday 29th March | 1055 | Practice Starts | |
| 1255 | First Warning Signal | 1228 (GMT) 4.8m | |
| Saturday 30th March | 0955 | First Warning Signal | 1309 (GMT) 4.7m |
| Sunday 31st March | 0955 | First Warning Signal | 1456 (BST) 4.7m |
2.2.2 Coaching
Coaching support will be provided with post-race debriefing and on-the-water advice during racing. This changes RRS 41 - outside help.
2.3 Classes
IRC. With the permission of the IRC Rating Authority, IRC Rule 8.2 is modified to include GBR boats holding Limited Validity IRC TCCs. The class bands used in this regatta may differ from the season's offshore class bands.
2.3.1 Bunk Cushions
As allowed under IRC Rule 22.1.2 yachts competing in the RORC Easter Challenge will not be required to carry their bunk cushions.
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 14th March 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 21st March 2013
2.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 4 with RORC Prescriptions plus VHF Radio, the primary purpose of which is to monitor the Race Committee.
2.6.1 OSR 4.26 Heavy Weather Sails
OSR 4.26.4(g) will not apply.
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.11 Course(s)
Racing on tight Solent Courses designed to emphasise crew work and boat handling.
2.13 Scoring
Inshore Regatta: the low point system of RRS Appendix A will apply, except that RRS A2 is changed - All races held will count.
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
2.14.1 Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| Red Funnel Prix d'Elegance | Best turned out boat and crew - to be decided by the Race Committee |
| East Wind Trophy | The lowest rated boat in IRC 4 to come in the top three of her class overall |
2.14.2 RORC Prizes
RORC Easter Challenge Prizes for all classes by race.
2.15 Prizegiving
The Prizegiving will be held at 1600 on Sunday 31st March 2013 at the Events Centre - Cowes Yacht Haven.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
The Race Office will be the RORC Cowes Office.
Coaching
Only the boats which have registered their interest will be targeted for specific observation and video work. There will be a coaching debrief of the day's racing in the Cowes Yacht Haven Events centre ASAP after racing on both Friday and Saturday. To register your interest and get further information email the RORC - racing@rorc.org.uk, subject: RORC Easter Challenge Coaching.
Social
All Competitors will be welcome at the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club, the Island Sailing Club, the Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club and the Royal London Yacht Club. For details of accommodation and dining facilities please contact the individual Club. Additional social arrangements will be published in the Sailing Instructions.
Cervantes Trophy Race
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with the Société des Régates du Havre and the Royal Yacht Squadron.
2.2 Race Date
Start: Saturday 4th May 2013. First Warning Signal: 0950 from the RYS Cowes, to the East. HW: Portsmouth 0731 4.0m
2.3 Classes
IRC, IRC Two-Handed, Multihull
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 18th April 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 25th April 2013
2.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 3 with RORC Prescriptions plus Category 2 liferaft; see NoR 1.5.6
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.11 Course
Cowes - Le Havre via marks. Approximately 95 - 140 miles.
2.12 Berthing
Free berthing is available in the Le Havre marina from the finish of the Cervantes Trophy Race until the start of the Trophée Guillaume Le Conquérant Race.
2.13 Scoring
Points Factor: 1.00, see NoR 1.12.2
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
2.14.1 Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| Cervantes Trophy | BCT IRC |
| Thalassa Cup | IRC 1 |
| Noryema VII Cup | IRC 2 |
| Vashti Goblet | IRC 3 |
| Kinross Trophy | IRC 4 |
| SRH Cup | Two-Handed Class |
2.14.2 RORC Prizes
Multihulls; RORC Medallions.
2.15 Prizegiving
Sunday 5th May 2013 at 1200 (local time) at the Société des Régates du Havre. RORC medallions will be presented on Thursday 6th June, 1930 at the Clubhouse, 20 St James's Place, London SW1. All crews welcome.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
Start: RORC Cowes Office.
Finish: RORC Representative: c/o Société des Régates du Havre, Port de Yachts, Quai Eric Tabarly, 76600 Le Havre.
Telephone: +33 (0) 2 35 42 41 21
Trophée Guillaume le Conquérant
Organising Authority
Organised by the Société des Régates du Havre in association with the Royal Ocean Racing Club and the Union Nationale de la Course au Large.The official Notice of Race is available from the Société des Régates du Havre.
Race Date
Start: Sunday 5th May 2013. First Warning Signal: 1450 (local time) off Le Havre. HW: Le Havre 2042 (local time) 7.1m
Classes
IRC, IRC Two-Handed, ORC, Multihull
Entry
Entry opens on the 7thJanuary 2013.There is no entry fee for this race. To enter please contact the Société des Régates du Havre.
ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 3 with RORC Prescriptions plus Category 2 liferaft; see NoR 1.5.6
Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
Course
GRS (Grande Rade Sud), Bembridge Ledge. Finish between No Man's Land and Horse Sand Forts. Approximately 90 miles.
Berthing
Free berthing is available in the Le Havre marina from the finish of the Cervantes Trophy Race until the start of the Trophée Guillaume Le Conquérant Race.
Scoring
See event Notice of Race.
Race Prizes and Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| Guillaume Le Conquérant Cup | 1st BCT IRC |
| Guillaume Le Conquérant Deuxième Cup | 2ndBCT IRC |
| Guillaume Le Conquérant Troisième Salver | 3rdBCT IRC |
Prizegiving
Trophies will be presented on Thursday 6th June, 1930 at the Clubhouse, 20 St James's Place, London SW1. All crews welcome.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
Start: Société des Régates du Havre, Port de Yachts, Quai Eric Tabarly, 76600 Le Havre.
Telephone: +33 (0) 2 35 42 41 21 Fax: +33 (0) 2 35 43 50 76
Email: directeur@lesregates.com
Finish: SRH Representative "SRH 1"
Telephone: +44 (0)7814 597608 or +44 (0) 1489 877162
North Sea Race
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with the Royal Harwich Yacht Club, the East Anglian Offshore Racing Association and the Yacht Club Scheveningen.
2.2 Race Date
Start: Friday 10th May 2013. First Warning Signal: 1020, near the entrance of Harwich Harbour. HW: Harwich 1257 3.9m
2.3 Classes
IRC, IRC Two-Handed, ORC, Multihull
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013. Even if a boat is entered into the North Sea Regatta, it must enter the North Sea Race through RORC's online entry system REMUS. See NoR 1.8.
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 25th April 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 2nd May 2013
2.6 ISAF OffshoreSpecial Regulations
Category 3 plus Category 2 liferaft
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.11 Course
Cork Sand Yacht Beacon - NW Roughs Tower Buoy - Roughs Tower - SE Roughs Tower Buoy - Black Deep Buoy - South Galloper - Outer Gabbard Buoy - Smith's Knoll Buoy - MSP Buoy - Scheveningen. Approximately 210 miles.
2.13 Scoring
Points Factor: 1.20. See NoR 1.12.2
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
2.14.1 IRC Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| Goeree Challenge Cup | BCT IRC |
| Wylie Trophy | IRC Z |
| Lutine Trophy | IRC 1 |
| Joannes Pompejus Memorial Cup | IRC 2 |
| Carter Ruck Trophy | IRC 3 |
| Jan Moreton Salver | IRC 4 |
| Golden Dragon Trophy | Two-Handed Class |
| Smith's Knoll Trophy | First long course yacht at Smith's Knoll Buoy |
| City of the Hague Trophy | Best yacht from Yacht Club Scheveningen |
| C70 Trophy | The Netherlands vs GB |
2.14.2 ORC Trophies
Trophies will be allocated to ORC classes once the class splits for the race have been decided.
| Trophy |
|---|
| Cruising YC of Australia Trophy |
| Maas Challenge Cup |
| Zwerver Cup |
| Lora Challenge Cup |
| Veerhaven Trophy |
2.14.3 RORC Prizes
Multihulls; RORC Medallions.
2.15 Prizegiving
Sunday 12th May 2013, 1600 (local time) at the "Visafslag" (fish market) in Scheveningen. RORC medallions will be presented on Thursday 6th June, 1930 at the Clubhouse, 20 St James's Place, London SW1. All crews welcome.
2.16 Tracking
It will be mandatory for boats to carry an Offshore Tracker unit for the North Sea Race. The units are standalone and will be provided by the RORC. A signature will be required against the value of the tracker.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
Start: Royal Harwich Yacht Club, Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 1AT
Telephone: +44 (0) 1473 780 319
Finish: RORC Representative: c/o Yacht Club Scheveningen, Hellingweg136, 2583 DX, Scheveningen, Netherlands.
Telephone: +31 (70) 322 88 63
North Sea Regatta 2013:
IRC and ORC Regatta
*7th May: Vuurschepen Race, Scheveningen - Harwich
*10th May: North Sea Race (RORC), Harwich - Scheveningen
*17th - 20th May: Inshore Races Scheveningen
Competitors in the Vuurschepen/Harwich Race and/or the North Sea Race and/or North Sea Regatta inshore races are entitled to a discount of 25% of the regular mooring fees in the Jachtclub Scheveningen marina during their total stay in Scheveningen in connection with the regattas.
For further information about the regatta contact: North Sea Regatta 2013, Hellingweg136, 2583 DX, Scheveningen, The Netherlands
Telephone: +31 (70) 322 71 79
Website: www.nsr.nl
Myth of Malham Race
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with the Royal Yacht Squadron
2.2 Race Date
Start: Saturday 25th May 2013. First Warning Signal: 0920, RYS Cowes, to the West. HW: Portsmouth 1204 4.8m
2.3 Classes
IRC, IRC Two-Handed, Multihull
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 9th May 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 16th May 2013
2.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 3 with RORC Prescriptions plus Category 2 liferaft; see NoR 1.5.6
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.11 Course
Eddystone Lighthouse (P), North Head and finish. Approximately 230 miles.
2.13 Scoring
Points Factor: 1.20, see NoR 1.12.2
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
2.14.1 Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| Myth of Malham Cup | BCT IRC |
| Loujaine Cup | IRC 1 |
| Jamarella Trophy | IRC 2 |
| Maid of Malham Cup | IRC 3 |
| Ernest Moore Plate | IRC 4 |
| Ville D'Hyeres Trophy | Two-Handed Class |
2.14.2 RORC Prizes
Multihulls; RORC Medallions.
2.15 Prizegiving
Trophies and RORC Medallions will be presented on Thursday 6th June, 1930 at the Clubhouse, 20 St James's Place, London SW1. All crews welcome.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
The Race Office will be the RORC Cowes Office.
De Guingand Bowl Race
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with the Guernsey Yacht Club and the Royal Yacht Squadron.
2.2 Race Date
Start: Friday 14th June 2013. First Warning Signal: 1550 from the RYS Cowes, to the West. HW: Portsmouth 1600 4.3m
2.3 Classes
IRC, IRC Two-Handed, Multihull
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 30th May 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 6th June 2013
2.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 3 with RORC Prescriptions plus Category 2 liferaft; see NoR 1.5.6
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.11 Course
Cowes, Les Casquets, Les Hanois, Guernsey. Approximately 120 miles.
2.13 Scoring
Points Factor: 1.00, see NoR 1.12.2
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
2.14.1 Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| De Guingand Bowl | BCT IRC |
| St Barbara Trophy | IRC 1 |
| Stewart Cup | IRC 2 |
| Auclair Memorial Trophy | IRC 3 |
| David Maufe Salver | IRC 4 |
2.14.2 RORC Prizes
Two-Handed Class; Multihulls; RORC Medallions.
2.15 Prizegiving
Sunday 5th June 2013 at 1200 (local time) at the Guernsey Yacht Club. RORC medallions will be presented on Tuesday 30th July, 1930 at the Clubhouse, 20 St James's Place, London SW1. All crews welcome.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
Start: RORC Cowes Office.
Finish: RORC Representative: c/o Guernsey Yacht Club, Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 1AU, Channel Islands
Telephone: +44 (0) 1481 722838
Morgan Cup Race
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with the Royal Thames Yacht Club and the Royal Yacht Squadron
2.2 Race Date
Start: Friday 28th June 2013. First Warning Signal: 1850 from the RYS Cowes, to the East. HW: Portsmouth 1636 4.7m
2.3 Classes
IRC, IRC Two-Handed, Multihull
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 13th June 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 20th June 2013
2.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 3 with RORC Prescriptions plus Category 2 liferaft; see NoR 1.5.6
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.11 Course
Cowes to Dieppe via marks. Approximately 100 - 140 miles.
2.13 Scoring
Points Factor: 1.00, see NoR 1.12.2
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
2.14.1 Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| Royal Thames Yacht Club Morgan Cup | BCT IRC |
| RTYC Knightsbridge Cup | IRC 1 |
| RTYC Queenborough Cup | IRC 2 |
| RTYC Charles Ball Challenge Cup | IRC 3 |
| RTYC Warsash Cup | IRC 4 |
| RTYC Colin Campbell Challenge Cup | Two-Handed Class |
| RORC Salver | First Yacht Home |
2.14.2 RORC Prizes
Multihulls; RORC Medallions.
2.15 Prizegiving
The Morgan Cup trophies will be presented at the Royal Thames Yacht Club prizegiving dinner on Tuesday 12th November 2013. RORC Medallions will be presented on Tuesday 30th July, 1930 at the Clubhouse, 20 St James's Place, London SW1. All crews welcome.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
Start: RORC Cowes Office.
Finish: RORC Representative: c/o Circle de la Voile de Dieppe, Quai de Carenage, 76200 Dieppe, France
Telephone: +33 (0) 2 35 84 32 99
East Coast Race
For information only. See event Notice of Race
Organising Authority
East Anglian Offshore Racing Association in association with the Royal Burnham Yacht Club and the Royal Ocean Racing Club
Race Date
Start: Friday 14th June
Course
Burnham on Crouch round marks. Approximately 120 miles
RORC Season's Points Championship
The East Coast Race is part of the RORC Season's Points Championship - Points Factor 1.0. See this NoR 1.1 & 1.12.
ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 3 plus Category 2 liferaft.
Website
Lyver Trophy Race
For information only. See event Notice of Race
Organising Authority
Organised by Liverpool Yacht Club and Royal Dee Yacht Club in association with the Royal Ocean Racing Club
Race Date
Start: Friday 5th July 2013, Holyhead. 1900 (TBC)
Classes
IRC, ISORA
ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 3 plus Category 2 liferaft.
Course
Holyhead - Howth. Approximately 100 miles.
RORC Season's Points Championship
The Lyver Trophy Race is part of the RORC Season's Points Championship - Points Factor 1.0. See NoR 1.1 & 1.12.
Website
Contact
Annie Farrell, Race Secretary
56 Navigation Wharf,
Liverpool L3 4DN
Telephone: 0151 707 1711
Mobile: 07790 137725
IRC National Championship
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club
2.2 Regatta Date
Friday 5th July - Sunday 7th July 2013
2.2.1 Programme
8 races are scheduled
| Date | Time | Event | HW (Portsmouth) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday 5th July | 1025 | First Warning Signal | 1026 4.1m |
| Saturday 6th July | 1025 | First Warning Signal | 1114 4.2m |
| Sunday 7th July | 1025 | First Warning Signal | 1157 4.3m |
2.3 Classes
IRC Endorsed. The class bands used in this regatta may differ from the season's offshore class bands.
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 20th June 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 27th June 2013
2.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 4 with RORC Prescriptions plus VHF Radio, the primary purpose of which is to monitor the Race Committee.
2.6.1 OSR 4.26 Heavy Weather Sails
OSR 4.26.4(g) will not apply.
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.11 Course(s)
Racing will take place in the Solent; the Sailing Instructions will define the courses.
2.12 Berthing
Berthing will not be provided. Boats wishing to berth in Cowes need to make their own arrangements. Cowes Yacht Haven - Tel. +44 (0) 1983 299 975
2.13 Scoring
Inshore Regatta the low point system of RRS Appendix A will apply. 2 races will constitute a series.
2.13.1 IRC National Championship Points:
The overall prize for the IRC National Championship will be awarded to the yacht with the lowest resultant score when the following formula is applied:
(A yacht's series score divided by (number of scored races minus 1)) divided by (Number of entries in class plus 2)
For the purposes of scoring IRC Zero and One may be combined and constitute one class.
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
2.14.1 Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| RORC IRC National Championship Trophy | 1st Overall |
| Jackdaw Trophy | 2nd Overall |
2.14.3 RORC Prizes
Prizes for all classes by race.
2.15 Prizegiving
The Prizegiving will be held at 1600 on Sunday 7th July 2013 at the Events Centre - Cowes Yacht Haven.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
The Race Office will be the RORC Cowes Office.
Social
All Competitors will be welcome at the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club, the Island Sailing Club, Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club and the Royal London Yacht Club. For details of accommodation and dining facilities please contact the individual club. Additional social arrangements will be published in the Sailing Instructions.
Cowes - Dinard - St Malo
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with UNCL, Yacht Club de Dinard, Société Nautique de la Baie de St. Malo and the Royal Yacht Squadron.
2.2 Race Date
Start: Friday 12th July 2013. First Warning Signal: 1150, RYS Cowes, to the West. HW: Portsmouth 1459 4.5m
2.3 Classes
IRC, IRC Two-Handed, Multihull
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013.
In co-operation with JOG the following arrangement applies to the Cowes-Dinard-St Malo Race this year: Boats in the JOG Offshore Championship may gain JOG points by a request to RORC before the race and payment of an additional £5 to which RORC will add £5 for the benefit of JOG.
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 27th June 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 4th July 2013
2.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 3 with RORC Prescriptions plus Category 2 liferaft; see NoR 1.5.6.
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.11 Course
Cowes - Casquets - Les Hanois - St Malo. Approximately 170 miles.
2.13 Scoring
Points Factor: 1.00, see NoR 1.12.2
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
2.14.1 Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| King Edward VII Cup | BCT IRC |
| Derek Boyer Trophy | 2nd BCT IRC |
| Lloyds of London Salver | IRC Z |
| Noryema Trophy | IRC 1 |
| Yeoman Bowl | IRC 2 |
| Yacht Club de Dinard Trophy | IRC 3 |
| IR Trophy | IRC 4 |
| Slingshot Trophy | Two-Handed Class |
| Sandison Memorial Salver | First Yacht Home |
| John West Trophy* | Club Challenge for two yacht teams scored in IRC Overall |
| Passmore Bowl | BCT of the most numerous production boat class in IRC |
| Newcome Hoare Trophy* | Best IRC yacht on corrected time with 25% of the crew under 25 |
| Roulette Trophy | Best Contessa 32 belonging to the Class Association |
| Spica Trophy* | Best IRC 4 boat, 38ft and under, with a crew made up of at least 3 family and friends |
| Yacht Club de France Shield | BCT in Largest Class |
| The Dinard Trophy | 1st Multimull Home |
| Yachts and Yachting Cauldron | BCT MOCRA Rating Rule |
* These trophies are subject to specific extra conditions which are set out in a Trophy Application Form. To be eligible entrants must complete the form and lodge it with the RORC before the start of the race.
2.14.2 RORC Prizes
RORC Medallions.
2.15 Prizegiving
Sunday 14th July 2013 at 1200 (local time) at the Société Nautique de la Baie de St. Malo. RORC medallions will be presented on Tuesday 30th July, 1930 at the Clubhouse, 20 St James's Place, London SW1. All crews welcome.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
Start: RORC Cowes Office.
Finish: RORC representative, Société Nautique de la Baie de St. Malo, Quai de Bajoyer 5, 35400 St. Malo.
Telephone: + 33 (0) 2 9920 2295
Course Record: 2008 ICAP Leopard 3 at 11.61 knots
Channel Race
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with the Royal Yacht Squadron
2.2 Race Date
Start: Saturday 27th July 2013. First Warning Signal: 0950, RYS Cowes, to the East. HW: Portsmouth 1607 4.8m
2.3 Divisions
IRC, IRC Two-Handed, Multihull
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 11th July 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 18th July 2013
2.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 3 with RORC Prescriptions plus Category 2 liferaft; see NoR 1.5.6
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.11 Course
Suitable course(s) will be designed to last between 24 and 36 hours. The race area will be defined in the Sailing Instructions and the Race Committee will design the course(s) in the light of prevailing weather conditions.
2.13 Scoring
Points Factor: 1.00, see NoR 1.12.2
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
2.1.4.1. Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| Channel Challenge Cup | BCT IRC |
| Stetson Plate | IRC 1 |
| Royal Albert Yacht Club Trophy | IRC 2 |
| Royal Albert Yacht Club Trophy | IRC 3 |
| Royal Albert Yacht Club Trophy | IRC 4 |
| Assegai Bowl | Two-Handed Class |
| Hugh Astor Trophy | 1st Yacht Home |
| Inter Service Trophy | Service Yacht with BCT |
2.14.2 RORC Prizes
Multihulls; RORC Medallions.
2.15 Prizegiving
Trophies and RORC Medallions will be presented on Tuesday 30th July, 1930 at the Clubhouse, 20 St James's Place, London SW1. All crews welcome.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
The Race Office will be the RORC Cowes Office.
Rolex Fastnet Race
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with the Royal Western Yacht Club and the Royal Yacht Squadron
2.2 Race Date
Start: Sunday 11th August 2013. First Warning Signal: 1150, RYS Cowes, to the West. HW: Portsmouth 1504 4.6m
2.3 Classes
IRC, IRC Two-Handed, Multihull, recognised One-Design/Open Classes (e.g. IMOCA 60, Class40, Volvo 70)
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013 1200 hrs UTC
2.4.1 Maximum Number of Entries
The maximum number of entries is 300. The RORC reserves the right to allocate further places to recognised One-Design/Open Classes racing outside of IRC.
2.4.2 Waiting List
A Waiting List will be formed once the maximum number of entries has been reached. Boats on the Waiting List will be allocated an entry as and when they become available. Preference may be given to RORC members and Competitors on the Waiting List that have met the requirements of the race.
2.4.3 Failure to Meet the Requirements of the Race
The RORC reserves the right to cancel the entry of a boat if on the Closing Date the boat or crew do not fulfil the requirements of the race.
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 18th July 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 1st August 2013
2.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 2 with RORC Prescriptions. See NoR 1.5.6
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.8 Experience Qualification
The Rolex Fastnet Race is not a race for novices. Every crew member must have experience of sailing a boat offshore and be prepared to encounter heavy weather. Competitors may be required to provide evidence of offshore experience. The minimum experience requirement is 300 nautical miles of RORC offshore racing on the boat entered into the race, completed by a minimum of 50% of the crew (but not less than 2) including the Person in Charge, and within 12 months of the start of the Rolex Fastnet Race.
To fulfil this requirement the Competitor shall enter and complete an appropriate number of RORC races before the start of the race.
When it is not reasonably possible to access RORC races, or in exceptional circumstances, an alternative method for qualification may be agreed by the RORC. A Service Yacht may qualify similarly or submit written authority from her service establishment. Proposals should be lodged with the RORC as soon as possible after entry.
2.9 Training
2.9.1 Offshore Crew Training
At least 30% of the boat's crew (but not less than 2), including the Person in Charge, must have completed training to Section 6 of the ISAF Offshore Special Regulations and gained a certificate from an ISAF approved Offshore Personal Survival Training Course. Training must have taken place after 1st January 2008.
2.9.2 First Aid Training
At least one member of the boat's crew shall hold an in-date certificate of a First Aid Training Course. The course shall comply with OSR 6.05.2 and have been completed within five years of the start of the race. The qualifications of Doctors, Paramedics or similarly trained medical professionals will be accepted, provided they are familiar with the topics in OSR Appendix N.
2.10 Skipper's Briefing
A skipper's briefing will be held in the Events Centre at Cowes Yacht Haven at 1600 on Saturday 10th August 2013. A maximum of two members of each crew may attend. For those unable to attend, the information will be broadcast on the race website: www.fastnet.rorc.org.
2.11 Course
Cowes - Fastnet Rock - Plymouth. Approximately 608 miles.
2.12 Berthing
On arrival, Competitors will be directed to a berth in Plymouth. Berthing may be in Sutton Harbour Marina, Queen Anne's Battery Marina, Plymouth Yacht Haven, Mayflower Marina, Moorings in the Cattewater or elsewhere.
The RORC will provide 48 hours of berthing from the time a boat arrives. Berthing beyond 48 hours is subject to availability and boats are liable for any further berthing fees.
2.13 Scoring
Points Factor: 1.50. See NoR 1.12.2
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
A Rolex Chronometer may be awarded to the Fastnet Challenge Cup winner and the line honours monohull winner. In the event of one boat winning both trophies only one chronometer will be presented.
2.14.1 IRC Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| Fastnet Challenge Cup | BCT IRC Overall |
| Kees Van Dam Memorial Trophy | 2nd BCT IRC Overall |
| Erivale Trophy | First Yacht Home (IRC CK) |
| Erroll Bruce Cup | First Yacht Home (IRC Z) |
| Jolie Brise Cup | First Yacht Home (IRC 1-4) |
| Clarion Cup | First British Yacht Home |
| Gesture Trophy | IRC Canting Keel |
| Hong Kong Cup | IRC Zero |
| West Mersea Yacht Club Trophy | IRC One |
| Foxhound Cup | IRC Two |
| Favona Cup | IRC Three |
| Iolaire Cup | IRC Four |
| Brunskill Trophy | Best Two-Handed Yacht Overall |
| Berrimilla Dog Bowl | Best Two-Handed Yacht in IRC Four |
| Alf Loomis Trophy | Navigator of Best Yacht Overall |
| Joggernaut Trophy | Best Irish Yacht Overall |
| Arambalza Cup | Best Non British Yacht Overall |
| *Roger Justice Trophy | Best Sailing School Yacht Overall |
| *Inter-Regimental Cup | Best Service Yacht Overall |
| Whirlwind Trophy | Best Swan Yacht Overall |
| *Bloodhound Cup | Best Corporate Yacht |
| *Martin Illingworth Trophy | Inter-Club for teams of 3 yachts nominated by an affiliated Club |
2.14.2 Special Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| RORC IMOCA 60 Trophy | First IMOCA 60 Home |
| Philip Whitehead Memorial Cup | First Class40 Home |
| Spangle Trophy | First Contessa 32 |
| Hobo Bowl | Best IRC One-Design Yacht |
| *The Sparkman & Stephens Trophy | Best Sparkman & Stephens designed Yacht |
| RORC Bowl | Best Swan in the Dinard/St Malo and Fastnet Races |
| *Royal Thames Spirit Cup | First Royal Thames YC Yacht Home |
| *Duncan Munro Kerr Memorial Trophy | Best Yacht with skipper aged between 18 and not more than 30 on11th August 2013 |
| Iolaire Block | Oldest Yacht to complete the Course |
| *Maite de Arambalza Trophy | Best Yacht with a Female Skipper |
| *Dennis Doyle Memorial Salver | Skipper who has done the greatest number of Fastnet Races including the current one |
| *Coates Scholfield Trophy | The Yacht whose crew have sailed the furthest to complete the race |
| Ken Newman Endurance Trophy | Yacht with the Greatest Elapsed Time |
| Galley Slaves Trophy | Galley Slave of the Yacht with the Greatest Elapsed Time |
2.14.3 Fastnet Rounding Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| Irish Lights Trophy | First IRC Yacht on the water |
| *Culdrose Trophy | Best IRC Service Yacht round on corrected time |
| Joe Powder Trophy | Best IRC Yacht round on corrected time |
2.14.4 Multihull Trophies
| Trophy | Awarded for |
|---|---|
| Yachts and Yachting Catamaran Trophy | First Multihull Home |
| MOCRA Musters Trophy | First MOCRA Rated Multihull under 50ft Home |
| MOCRA Crystal Trophy | Best MOCRA Rated Multihull under 50ft |
2.15 Prizegiving
The prizegiving will be held at 1700 on Friday 16th August at the Royal Citadel, admission by wristband only. Details of the prizegiving will be in the Sailing Instructions. RORC Medallions will be presented on Tuesday 10th September, 1930 at the RORC Clubhouse, 20 St James's Place, London SW1. All crews welcome.
2.16 Tracking
It will be mandatory for boats to carry an Offshore Tracker unit for the Rolex Fastnet Race. The units are standalone and will be provided by the RORC. A signature will be required against the value of the tracker.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
Start: RORC Cowes Office.
Finish: RORC Race Team in Plymouth. Phone numbers will be published in the Sailing Instructions.
Cherbourg Race
2.1 Organising Authority
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with the Yacht Club de Cherbourg and the Royal Yacht Squadron
2.2 Race Date
Start: Friday 6th September 2013. First Warning Signal: 1850, RYS Cowes, to the East. HW: Portsmouth.1255 4.7m
2.3 Classes
IRC, IRC Two-Handed, Multihull
2.4 Entry
Entry opens on the 7th January 2013
2.5 Closing Date/Rating Deadline
Closing Date: Thursday 22nd August 2013
Rating Deadline: Thursday 29th August 2013
2.6 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 3 with RORC Prescriptions plus Category 2 liferaft. See NoR 1.5.6
2.7 Stability and Safety Indices
See NoR 1.6 Stability and Safety Indices
2.11 Course
Cowes to Cherbourg via marks. Approximately 75 - 120 miles.
2.13 Scoring
Points Factor: 1.00, see NoR 1.12.2
2.14 Race Prizes and Trophies
2.14.1 Trophies
(please insert table)
2.14.2 RORC Prizes
Multihulls; RORC Medallions.
2.15 Prizegiving
In Cherbourg as soon as possible after the race. RORC Medallions will be presented on Tuesday 10th September, 1930 at the Clubhouse, 20 St James's Place, London SW1. All crews welcome.
Notices to Competitors
(Notices are for information and do not rank as part of this Notice of Race)
Race Office
Start: RORC Cowes Office.
Finish: RORC Representative: C/O Yacht Club de Cherbourg, Port Chantereyne, 50100, Cherbourg. Tel: +33 (0) 2 33 94 28 05
Races Organised under the Auspices of the RORC
See individual event Notice of Race for full details
San Fernando Race
Organised by the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club
Race Date
Start: Wednesday 27th March 2013. First Warning Signal: 1210.
Course
Hong Kong to Luzon, Philippines. Approximately 500 miles.
Divisions
IRC, HKPN
ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 1
Entry
Please enter through the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club (www.rhkyc.org.hk)
Tel: +852 22 3903 62
Website
Rolex Middle Sea Race
Organised by the Royal Malta Yacht Club
Race Date
Start: Saturday 19th October 2013. First Warning Signal: 1050 Grand Harbour, Malta.
Course
Starting from Malta, boats will sail a course leaving to port the Island of Sicily, the Aeolian Islands (including Strombolicchio), the Egadi Islands (except Marettimo Island), Pantelleria and Lampedusa Islands, through the South Comino Channel, keeping Malta to starboard, to the finish in Malta. The Islands of Ustica, Linosa and Lampione are not marks of the course. Approximately 606 miles.
Divisions
IRC and ORC
ISAF Offshore Special Regulations
Category 2
Entry
Please enter through the Royal Malta Yacht Club
Tel: +356 21 33 31 09
Email: info@rmyc.org
Website
Raja Muda Selangor International Regatta
Organised by the Royal Selangor Yacht Club
Regatta Date
TBC
Schedule
The regatta includes three passage races: Port Klang - Pangkor, Pangkor - Penang, Penang - Langkawi. Interspersed will be a number of harbour races.
Divisions
IRC, Cruising & Multihull
Offshore Special Regulations
Offshore Special Regulations Category 3
Entry
Entry forms are available from the regatta website or from the Royal Selangor Yacht Club
Tel: +603 31 68 69 64
Email: info@rsyc.com.my
Website
ARC 2012 (RORC Racing division)
Organised by the World Cruising Club
Race Date
Start: Sunday 24th November 2013, 1300, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Course
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria - Rodney Bay, St Lucia. Approximately 2700 miles.
Divisions
RORC Racing Division (IRC) and Invitational Racing Division (IRC).
Offshore Special Regulations
Offshore Special Regulations Category 1 plus ARC Mandatory Safety Equipment & RORC Prescriptions.
Entry
Participants should enter the event online or by completing the official entry form available from the World Cruising Club.
Tel: +44 (0) 1983 296060
Email: mail@worldcruising.com
Website
Appendix 1 ISAF Offshore Special Regulations and RORC Prescriptions
The ISAF Offshore Special Regulations and RORC prescriptions are available in the Notice of Race Document. Alternatively, you can view or download individual extract files from our Special Regulations section on the website.
To download the complete Notice of Race including ISAF Offshore Special Regulations, please use the following link:
