Felixstowe Regatta 2008

Official Sponsor - Haven Gateway Partnership

NOTICE OF RACE

Saturday 24th May and Sunday 25th May 2008

For Notice of Race for Monday 26th May - Click here

The Regatta shall provide racing for 12 Metre Class boats, IRC TCC boats, boats that have a Local PY based Handicap, Half-Tonners with an IRC TCC, as well as 'Sportsboats' (i.e. Hunter 707, Cork 1720, Melges 24, J80's etc) with an IRC TCC.

IRC boats shall be split into classes depending on entries. The anticipated class splits can be seen in the Regatta Sailing Instructions.

The Organising Authority may offer individual class racing if entries warrant.

Classes may be using the event as their respective Area Championships or as qualifying races for other series.

A crews briefing shall be given at 1830 on Friday 23rd May.

Race Programme

1    Rules and the RYA Racing Charter

1.1 The regatta shall be governed by the rules as defined currently in ---

a)   The Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) 2005-2008

b)   Current ISAF Offshore Special Regulations (OSR) Category 5 Monohull

c)   The current IRC Rules parts 1,2 and 3

d)   One Design Class Association Rules that may apply.

e)   The Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions.

 f)   National authority prescriptions shall apply.

g)   Team racing rules shall not apply to the Regatta Team Challenge.

h)   The objectives, principles and practices of the RYA Racing Charter.

 i)   In the event of a conflict, the Sailing Instructions shall prevail.

2    Advertising
Advertising shall be restricted to Category C.

3    Eligibility and Entry

3.1 The regatta is open to any mono hull boat that meets the requirements of section 1, plus the following;

a) Has a functional engine and adequate fuel.
 

b) Carries a functional marine VHF radio transceiver capable operating Ch's 16, Ch 71 (Harwich VTS), Ch72 (Regatta Communications).
 

c) Boats racing in IRC Classes shall have a current IRC TCC. Any boats that do not comply fully with the requirements may apply to the Organising Authority for written dispensation.
 

d) Local Handicap Class - Has a local (PY based) handicap issued by the Race Committee for sole use during this event.
 

e) Sportsboat Class. Boats shall have a current IRC TCC. A minimum LOA of 6 metres and a SSSN of 8 or above (or any other stability standard equivalent). Any boats that do not comply fully with the requirements may apply to the Organising Authority for written dispensation.
 

f) Half-Tonners shall sail with IRC Class 3. They shall have a current IRC TCC.
 

g) 12 Metre Class. The Organising Authority recognises that this class may not have IRC TTCs and due to design constraints this class shall require dispensation regarding the above requirements. ( See 3.2) The Organising Authority may waive certain safety eligibility requirements where a boat's design prohibits their complete application provided:

a) The Organising Authority is notified in writing of any shortcomings by the close of entries.

b) The boat and crew complies with all specific conditions of entry laid down by the Organising Authority. This does not alter the Organising Authorities rights under RRS 76.1 (Exclusion of Boats or Competitors).
 

3.2 The entry form is at the back of the Handbook; it may also be found in the Sail East Handbook and on this website.
 

3.3 The race pack shall be sent to those competitors whose entry form and payment have been received by Friday 9th May 08.
 

3.4 Late entrants must collect their race packs from the Race Office, Suffolk Yacht Harbour.

4.   Fees

4.1 Entry fee £60 if entered by Friday 2nd May 2008.

4.2 Entries received after 2nd May but before 9th May shall pay an additional fee of £15 (i.e. a total fee of £75).

4.3 Entries received after 9th May shall pay an additional fee of £30 (i.e. a total fee of £90).

4.4 Late entries may be received at the discretion of the Organizing Committee and subject to an additional entry fee as set out in 4.3.

4.5 Any refund of entry fees shall be at the discretion of the Regatta Organising Committee.

5.   Qualifying Series and Overall Series

5.1 Haven Series IRC entrants are eligible for the Landamore Trophy and prizes

5.2 IRC entered boats shall be eligible for SailEAST season's points and prizes for the SailEAST races.

5.3 Half -Tonner Series: (races 1 to 4) to comply with the Half- Tonner Class Europe definitions and conditions.

5.4 'Sportsboats' Series. (Races 1 to 4)

5.5 Local Handicap (PY) Series. (Races 1 to 4)

5.6 12 Metre Series. (Races 1 to 4)

5.7 The Regatta Team Challenge: (Races 1 to 4).For boats with an IRC TCC. Open to three-boat teams from recognized clubs and Associations.

Entry forms can be obtained from this website or: - Felixstowe Regatta, c/o Walton & Frinton Yacht Club, Mill Lane, Walton on the Naze, CO14 8PF, or the Race Office.
 

6.   Measurements (and Rating)

6.1 For 'Sportsboats' and IRC classes, the rating in force for any race of the Regatta shall be that valid seven days before the event starts.

6.2 For the Local Handicap class the rating in force for any race of the Regatta shall be declared by the Race Committee by 19:00 on Friday 23rd May. Other than

a)   In exceptional circumstances (at the discretion of the Race Committee).

b)   For boats being rated for the first time.

6.3  Rating Protests

6.3.1  A boat may protest another boat alleging that her rating is incorrect or that she does not comply with her class rules only if they are in the same race.

6.3.2  Unless the protest committee decides otherwise, no penalty shall apply to any race completed before the protest form is lodged. This changes rule 60.1 (a).

6.3.3  Corrections - notwithstanding 6.3, the Race Committee has discretionary powers to correct errors in ratings.

7   Sailing Instructions
The Sailing Instructions are provided within the Felixstowe Regatta handbook. They are available from the Regatta website.

8   Race Area
Dovercourt Bay. See Race Area chartlet. The Race Committee may extend this area for the 12 Meter Class.

9.   Scoring

9.1 RRS App; A, Low Points System for a Series. A9 does not apply. See Sailing Instructions 19.

9.2 Discards. Overall Regatta - Four races completed three to count. Three or less completed, all shall count. (Except in the Regatta Team Challenge where no discard shall be allowed). Ties shall be broken in accordance with RRS A7 and A8.

10  Haul-Out restrictions
 Boats shall not be hauled out during the Regatta except with and according to the terms of prior written permission of the Race Committee.

11  Diving Equipment and Plastic Pools
 Underwater breathing apparatus and plastics pools or their equivalent shall not be used around keel boats between the preparatory signal of the first race and the end of the Regatta.

12  Trophies and Prizes
Trophies and prizes shall be awarded each day after racing, for various races and classes.
Trophies and prizes shall be awarded on Sunday for the Sail EAST Series, Haven (IRC) Series,

13  Disclaimer of Liability
Competitors participate in the Regatta entirely at their own risk. See RRS rule 4, Decision to Race. The Organizing Authority shall not accept any liability for material damage or personnel injury or death sustained in conjunction with or prior to, during, or after the Regatta.

14  Insurance
 Each participating boat shall be insured with valid third-party liability insurance with a minimum cover of £2,000,000, or equivalent thereof in any other currency.

17  Further information
See Sailing Instructions, General Information.
Updates and answers to 'FAQ's' shall be published on this Regatta website.
For general enquiries:  The Chairman, Felixstowe Regatta, Nigel Mower, Tel 07803 038672 or
chairman@felixstoweregatta.co.uk
For Entries, Rating changes, Rules and results: Alec Moss Tel 07939 205727 or
entries@felixstoweregatta.co.uk

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Felixstowe Regatta 2008

Sponsored by Haven Gateway Partnership

Organised by

Haven Ports YC, Royal Harwich YC, Waldringfield SC, Walton & Frinton YC, Felixstowe Ferry SC

NOTICE OF RACE

Monday 26^th May 2008

12 Meter Class Challenge
Over two races
Between the 12 Meter yachts  'ITALIA' and 'CRUSADER'

IRC TCC Handicap Race
For the Bucklitch Trophy

A crews briefing shall be given after prize giving on Sunday 25^th May.

Race Programme

1    Rules and the RYA Racing Charter

1.1  The races shall be governed by the rules as defined currently in ---

a)   The Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) 2005-2008

b)   Current ISAF Offshore Special Regulations (OSR) Category 5 Monohull

c)   The current IRC Rules parts 1,2 and 3

d)   One Design Class Association Rules that may apply.

e)   The Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions.

f)    National authority prescriptions shall apply.

g)   The objectives, principles and practices of the RYA Racing Charter.

h)   In the event of a conflict, the Sailing Instructions shall prevail.

2   Advertising
Advertising shall be restricted to Category C.

3   Eligibility and Entry

3.a The Challenge Race is open to the 12 Meter yachts 'ITALIA' and 'CRUSADER'.

3.b The IRC TCC Handicap Race is open to any IRC TCC mono hull boat that is entered in the Felixstowe Regatta 2008.

3.c 12 Meter Class. The Organising Authority recognises that this class may, due to design constraints, require dispensation regarding the above requirements.

3.d None of the above shall compromise the Organising Authorities rights under RRS 76.1 (Exclusion of Boats or Competitors).

3.e The entry form is at the back of the Handbook; it may also be found in the Sail East Handbook and on the Felixstowe Regatta website.

4.  Fees
All boats must be fully paid up entrants to the Felixstowe Regatta 2008..

5   Sailing Instructions
The Sailing Instructions are provided with the Regatta Race Pack. They may be found on the  Regatta website.

 6    Race Area
The Race Committee intend to hold the races off Felixstowe town, in the area between Landguard and Bawdsey, north of the Felixstowe Port shipping channel. The Race Committee may change this for whatever reason.

7   Scoring

7.1 12 Meter Class Challenge. RRS App; A, Low Points System. Both races to count.

7.2  IRC TCC Handicap Race. RRS App; A, Low points System.

7.3  Race ties will be broken using A7and A8 as appropriate.

8   Trophies and Prizes
Trophies and prizes shall be awarded on Monday afternoon, as soon as possible after racing.

9   Disclaimer of Liability
Competitors participate in the races entirely at their own risk. See RRS rule 4, Decision to Race. The Organizing Authority shall not accept any liability for material damage or personnel injury or death sustained in conjunction with or prior to, during, or after the racing.

10  Insurance
Each participating boat shall be insured with valid third-party liability insurance with a minimum cover of £2,000,000, or equivalent thereof in any other currency.

11  Further information

      See Sailing Instructions, General Information.

      Updates and answers to 'FAQ's' shall be published on this Regatta website

      For general enquiries:  The Chairman, Felixstowe Regatta, Nigel Mower, Tel 07803 038672 or

      info@felixstoweregatta.co.uk

      For Entries, Rating changes, Rules and results: Alec Moss Tel 07939 205727 or

      entries@felixstoweregatta.co.uk