Basic Racing Rules for R/C Sailing
- Port tack keeps clear of starboard tack.
- Windward boat keeps clear of leeward boat.
- Boat astern keeps clear of boat ahead.
- Boat tacking or jibing keeps clear.
- When changing course - give others time to keep clear. Avoid collisions at all costs.
- When rounding mark - give room to all inside boats.
- Give room to any boat avoiding an obstruction.
- At the start - do not barge or cut in front of a boat on Starboard Tack.
- Do not hit any marks during the race.
- If you violated any of the above rules - take a 360º penalty ASAP turn before the end of the race.
- If you go over the starting line early, you must keep clear of others and re-start the race by “dipping” below the starting line.
Here are some links to the more detailed Rules for racing R/C model yachts:
Racing Rules Animated: http://game.finckh.net/indexe.htm
AMYA Racing Rules Tutorial: http://www.theamya.org/resources/racerule.php
Guide to Right Of Way Rules: http://racingrules.org/guide/guide05.htm
Racing Rules (Printed): http://www.ussailing.org/rules/
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BMYC - Bakersfield Model Yacht Club