Table of Contents

Introduction; The Rule Changes; 1: The Basics; 2: Before The Preparatory Signal; 3: In The Preparatory Period; 4: The Start; 5: The Gate Start; 6: On The Beat; 7: Rounding The Windward Mark; 8: On The Reach; 9: Rounding The Gybe Mark; 10: Rounding The Leeward Mark From The Reach; 11: On The Run; 12: Rounding The Leeward Mark From The Run; 13: The Leeward Gate; 14: The Finish; 15: Means Of Propulsion; 16: Taking A Penalty; 17: Protesting; 18: Requesting Redress & Appealing; The Racing Rules Of Sailing for 2017-2020.

About the Author

Bryan Willis is a leading authority on the rules of yacht and dinghy racing. He has been chairman of the jury and chief umpire for some of the most prestigious sailing events in the world, including the America’s Cup and Olympics. He served on the International Sailing Federation (now World Sailing) Racing Rules Committee for over 25 years.

Reviews

“Bryan Willis’ approach is situation-based and practical, rather than rules-based and technical… Under the diagrams that clearly set out each on-the-water situation, he carefully takes the reader through what each boat can and can’t do, as well as how their rights and obligations change at each stage… The text is peppered with useful tactical insights and tips” (Sailing) “An excellent book: ideal for all sailors who race, or are thinking of racing.” (Little Ship Club)