Rules Evening
Published 07:26 on 22 Jun 2022
WFSC hosted a rules evening on the 11th October
Many thanks to David Taylor, from the RYA for presenting a comprehensive outline of the main rules for dinghy sailors to observe and adhere to. The presentation was very interactive and the audience was encouraged to ask questions.
The evening started off with ample supply of tea, coffee, juice, hot mini sausage rolls and biscuits. No great for the waist line, but will come in handy on a windy day.
We had 18 attendees, including 1 visitor from Budworth Sailing Club.
David covered many aspects of the current rule book
Right of Way, rules 10 to 13.
Boats on Port/ Starboard, rule 10 Clear ahead, clear astern. Tacking rule 13. Windward boat, rule 11
Limitation rules, rules 14 to 17. With an empathise on avoiding a collision and room to keep clear.
Changing course, rule 16 and sailing proper course, rule 17.
Mark room, rule 18.
Rules 19 & 20 for obstructions
Upwind sailing, starts and downwind sailing. Taking penalty turns
Definitions, including an overview of Fair sailing
Finishing off with Jury boat responsibilities for rule 42- Propulsion!
We all had a great evening. Jonathan Latham, Rear Commodore
Last updated 19:52 on 15 October 2022
