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GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR RACE WEEK OFFICIAL SAILMAKER FOR SPERRY CHARLESTON RACE WEEK 2019

FREE PERSONAL TUNING SESSIONS DAILY WEATHER BRIEFING Contact Quantum’s Travis Odenbach to schedule a Two-time Olympic gold medalist Shirley Robertson personal on-the-water tuning session to get you to will present the daily weather and how it applies to maximum speed. Free to all classes and programs each racecousre every morning on the Jumbotron on a first come, first served basis. Call Travis at on the beach. 585-943-8652. OFFSHORE: 7:30 AM WEDNESDAY-SATURDAY: By appointment INSHORE: 9 AM

DAILY DOCK TALKS BY QUANTUM SAILS DAILY VIDEO DEBRIEF Swing by for a beverage and snack, and learn Stop by the Jumbotron for daily racing debriefs. how to improve. Look for the boats with Quantum Shirley Robertson will deliver in-depth analysis flags near your class docks. All talks take place of the day’s racing with video replays by Quantum immediately after racing. Racing cameraman Keith Brash. THURSDAY: J/70, M24 THURSDAY: J/70 & Melges 24 Practice Racing FRIDAY: J/70, J/24, VX One FRIDAY: Circle 1 & 4 - J/80, J/88, VX1, ORC D, SATURDAY: Melges 24, J/88, J/22, J/24 Offshore/Pursuit (5:30 in food tent) SATURDAY: Circle 3 - M24, , ORC C SUNDAY: Circle 2 - J/70 QUANTUM HOSPITALITY TENT Grab a bag of free popcorn and shop our hats, belts, and accessories. The Quantum team will also be on hand to talk about the day’s racing and answer any questions.

Drop off your sails at Quantum’s porch loft outside the WHILE-YOU-WATCH & Reel Bar to get back on the water as soon as possible. CONTACT BILL WIGGINS OR STEPHEN ANTWORTH [email protected] | 803-354-6973 OVERNIGHT SERVICE [email protected] | 846-982-5472 Goslings_Deliciously_Charleston_8.5x11_2019.indd 1 3/19/19 9:34 AM OfficialRaceProgram-2019_Layout 1 3/28/19 12:15 PM Page 4

SPONSORS AND INDUSTRY PARTNERS

© Tim Wilkes TITLE SPONSOR

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WELCOME TO CHARLESTON RACE WEEK

elcome and thank you for attending the 24th edition of Sperry Charleston Race Week. Yes that means next year W will be our 25th anniversary! We are very fortunate to have a great venue in an amazing city and enthusiastic participants from all over the globe - all of which have helped make this regatta one of the most successful in the country. As Race Week regulars know, we listen to everyone - participants and sponsors – to harvest innovative ideas that improve the event every year.

It’s important to know that everything offered at Sperry Charleston Race Week wouldn’t be possible without the strong support of our sponsors. That starts with our title sponsor, Sperry. You will find the company’s representatives – along with its latest products – in the Sperry tent at our regatta village. Also, let’s all give a huge thank you to our corporate sponsors, Quantum Sails, Goslings Rum, Vineyard Vines and our host city Mount Pleasant. All our sponsors contribute so much to the success of this event, so please show “Sperry Charleston Race Week them your support. has a vibe that’s hard to beat!” It also takes a small army of volunteers to stage an event of this scale and caliber. While you’re showing your appreciation for the © Tim Wilkes sponsors, take a moment to thank the volunteers, starting with our Race Officers and the over 200 race committee volunteers who support them. On shore, there are another 100 volunteers tending TABLE OF CONTENTS to countless behind-the-scenes duties. All of the volunteers do their best to ensure that you have a great experience here. We all are 2 Sponsors fortunate to have this support, so remember to thank them. 3 Welcome Letter Ultimately, it’s you, the customer, that this event is all about. So, on behalf of the members of the Charleston Ocean Racing Association, 5 Schedule of Events I wish you the best of luck for a fun, safe, memorable regatta, and thanks again for attending. 6 Charleston Ocean Racing Association

8 Harbor Traffic Information Randy Draftz Event Director 9 Safety Plan Sperry Charleston Race Week 10 Destination Charleston

11-12 Dining Guide

13 Area Map8

14-18 Instructions Inshore Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4

19 Inshore Race Courses

20-23 Sailing Instructions Hybrid Pursuit Offshore Circle 5 “Our great team of volunteers is 24 Hybrid Pursuit Race Courses another aspect that makes SCRW so special!” 25-27 Sailing Instructions Pursuit Class Circle 6

28 Pursuit Class Race Courses

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2019 EVENT SCHEDULE

All events listed here are located in the Regatta Village at the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina. Shoreside Event Passes are required for those wishing to attend the evening festivities. Thursday, April 11 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) by Shirley Robertson, two time Olympic Gold Medalist, on the Jumbotron 1200-1700 Registration packet pick-up at Lookout Pavillion 1400 Informal practice racing on Circle 2 offered by Quantum and College of Charleston for M24 and J/70 (two practice starts and one race for each fleet, repeating, starting with M24), VHF 73 (Look for the green Quantum tetrahedrons.) 1630 Dock talks for M24 and J/70 hosted by Quantum Sails. Swing by for a beverage and a snack, and learn how to improve. (Look for boats with Q flags among class dockage) 1730-1800 Skippers’ Meeting at Lookout Pavilion 1800 Local knowledge talk at the Jumbotron 1800 “Meet and Greet” with the PRO’s and Judges - questions and cocktails on the Hotel Terrace 1800-2100 Opening Beach Party with Live Music, Buffet, Open Goslings Rum & Beer Bar

Friday, April 12 0730-1000 US Sailing Bar (outside the Reel Bar) 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Pursuit/Offshore) by Shirley Robertson on the Jumbotron 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) by Shirley Robertson on the Jumbotron 0930 Pursuit Class – First Warning Signal for 1st boat 0930 Hybrid Pursuit Class – First Warning Signal for 1st boat 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) – First Warning Signal 1300 Class Practice Race Post Race Dock Talks for J/24, J/70 and VX One hosted by Quantum Sails. Swing by for a beverage and a snack, and learn how to improve (Look for boats with Q flags among class dockage) 1800 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for Circles 1 and 4 (J/80, J/88, VX One, ORC D, J/22 and J/24) with Shirley Robertson and video by Keith Brash, presented by Quantum Sails 1800-2100 Daily Awards, Beach Party, Beach Buffet, Open Goslings Rum & Beer Bar, Live Music

Saturday, April 13 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Pursuit/Offshore) by Shirley Robertson on the Jumbotron 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) by Shirley Robertson on the Jumbotron 0930 Pursuit Class – First Warning Signal for 1st boat 0930 Hybrid Pursuit Class – First Warning Signal for 1st boat 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) – First Warning Signal 1200 M32 Class – First Warning Signal Post Race Dock Talks for J/24 and J/88 hosted by Quantum Sails. Swing by for a beverage and a snack, and learn how to improve (Look for boats with Q flags among class dockage) 1730 Hybrid Pursuit discussion in the food tent 1800 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for Circle 3 (Melges 24, Viper, ORC C) with Shirley Robertson and video by Keith Brash, presented by Quantum Sails 1800-2100 Daily Awards, Beach Party, Open Goslings Rum & Beer Bar, DJ 1830 Pro-Am Regatta off the Wedding Dock moderated by Shirley Robertson with live streaming on the Jumbotron

Sunday, April 14 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Pursuit/Offshore) by Shirley Robertson on the Jumbotron 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) by Shirley Robertson on the Jumbotron 0930 Pursuit Class – First Warning Signal for 1st boat 0930 Hybrid Pursuit Class – First Warning Signal for 1st boat 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) – First Warning Signal 1200 M32 Class – First Warning Signal 1400-1800 Beach Party 1530 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for J/70’s with Shirley Robertson and video by Keith Brash, presented by Quantum Sails 1700-1800 Awards Ceremony, Chili and Open Beer Bar OfficialRaceProgram-2019_Layout 1 3/28/19 11:12 AM Page 8

CORA SAILING’S LIFEBLOOD IN CHARLESTON

n behalf of the Charleston Ocean Racing Association (CORA), welcome to Charleston, South Carolina and the 24th annual OSperry Charleston Race Week! Founded in 1670, our historic city is known for its beautiful architec- ture, cobblestone streets, horse drawn carriages, incredible dining experiences, and welcoming atmosphere. Sperry Charleston Race Week is our opportunity to celebrate yet another special experience our city has to offer; world-class racing on challenging, well managed © Priscilla Parker courses. Now an international event, Charleston Race Week has grown rapidly, from a small local sailboat race to the largest keelboat regatta in North and South America. This event would not be possible without the tireless support of our many volunteers and Event Director, Randy Draftz. Volunteers wear SailorsSailors and FansFans - special shirts and are easy to recognize. Please thank them when you Come join us each see them, on land and water alike. And, feel free to ask them what to do and where to go in Charleston, or to help you find your way around the race morning and Regatta venue. They have been working throughout the year to plan the catchcatch thee bbuzz! very best experience for all of our Race Week participants and visitors, and are eager to assure another spectacular event. We are also privileged to have generous sponsor support. Sperry is once again the title sponsor for Charleston Race Week, and Gosling is back as a major sponsor. There are many other fine sponsors with booths, and their signage is prominently displayed. Stop and say hello and enjoy what they have to offer. Along with the many other dedicated local sailors, we are fortunate to experience year-round the challenging and rewarding racing our harbor and the ocean offer. Most of the regatta racing will be in the harbor, with 7:307:30 am – 10:00 am a pursuit course and a hybrid pursuit course both inside and outside the harbor. We are delighted to welcome so many sailors from around the Come find us at globe who are here to join us for Charleston Race Week. It’s an event like no other, from on the water action to evening shore parties. thethe CharlesCharlestonton Harborarbor ResortResort We are excited to see so many familiar faces returning to the race CCoffeeoffee beans prprovidedovidedvided bbyy CofCoffeefeeee RRoasRoastersoasters of CharlesCharlestonton courses this year. To our first-timers, get ready for an exciting ride and a great time! Welcome to our city, and thank you for your enthusiastic participation in the 24th annual Sperry Charleston Race Week. It is a weekend to remember year after year. We look forward to seeing you all on the water!

Fair winds,

Jeff Doyle Commodore Comlimentslimennntsts of US Sailing Charleston Ocean Racing Association (CORA)

SPERRY CHARLESTON RACE WEEK GIVES BACK Charleston Race Week is a non-profit event that supports many worthwhile causes engaged in the sport of sailing. • US Sailing’s STEM Education Series and • Warrior Sailing Program - Getting military • Sailors for the Sea - SCRW has established REACH Program utilizes sailing as an service members on the water provides physical, a sustainability program and, with the help of our educational platform, challenging youth to mental and emotional therapy for a variety of Green Team, regatta participants and sponsors, embrace education and explore productive injuries and illness. The Warrior Sailing Team won we consistently achieve Gold Level Certification in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math their fleet at SCRW 2017! the Sailors for the Sea Clean Regattas Program. based careers (STEM). Combining educators, • Charleston Community Sailing - provides Additional programs supported: sailing instructors, engineers, and scientists access, facilities and sailing instruction to • Local High School Sailing with today’s youth provides them with a one of people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and • Local Yacht Club Junior Sailing Programs a kind authentic learning experience. physical abilities. The programs engage lives • College of Charleston Sailing Team - by building character and instilling a sense of • South Atlantic Yacht Racing Association Donor support has helped CofC become a accomplishment. This organization also supports Race committee training top-ranked college sailing team. the S.C. Special Olympics Sailing Team. OfficialRaceProgram-2019_Layout 1 3/28/19 11:12 AM Page 9

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HARBOR TR AF FI C T H ING S TO K NO W

elcome to the Port of Charleston. Our deep water and world-class ship terminals comprise the nation’s 9th Terminals W largest seaport, and our beautiful harbor is one

of the nationʼs largest sailing venues. In a typical year, Charleston attracts well over 2000

ship calls, and 2,000 starts on sailing courses. Thatʼs no coincidence. Our harbor is central to our way of life, as a prosperous gateway for commerce, as our setting for sportsmanship and A nc recreation, and as a fitting venue for competition ho ra amongst the best sailors in the world! ge S Preventing incidents between ships and h i p boats is therefore one of our continual C h a concerns. Sharing the harbor requires constant n n attention to the rules of the road and the rules of e l racing. Racers have a distinct maneuvering advan- tage over ships. Ships are fairly predictable, because they’re confined to the channels. While should you and still stay clear there are shallow areas of the harbor, try to take the of the ship. Please are far less restricted. From the shipʼs perspec- middle between maintain a buffer tive, sailboats can appear to be fairly random. two passing to allow for the ships. The ships unexpected. While pilots understand racing and race will induce The most courses, Race Week is a series of courses each with a series of fleets. What’s going on in turbulence and unp redicta b le your fleet and your race is quite apparent to wind shifts mane uver yo u’re you, but what’s going on across the entire between them that will no t w o rk in yo u r fav or. likel y to o b ser ve is when a s h ip is going into or This may seem like commo n se nse , bu t it out of the an c ho rag e. The anc horage is just waterway is much more difficult to assess. Anytime youʼre near a ship, or crossing a wasnʼt to one racer a few years ago. north of Fort Sumter, nearby the inshore channel in sight of a ship, or sailing along the Race courses can and may cross a channel. courses. If you see a ship slowing down or edge of the channel ahead of a ship, call the Even if the course doesnʼt, the favored tack making any turns in this area, the ship may be ship on channel 13 or 16 VHF and broadcast may. When approaching and crossing chan- anchoring. Please familiarize yourself with your intentions. The pilot will appreciate it. If you nels, make sure youʼre aware of approaching anchorage “A” on the chart, and if you’re unsure canʼt see the name of the ship, simply call the ships, and their tugs, and observe Rule 9 when of what a ship is doing, stay clear and call it on “inbound” or “outbound” ship in “the lower in sight of a ship. Rule 9 obliges smaller vessels channel 13 or 16. harbor,” for example, and tell him what youʼre to give way to vessels confined to the channel. Another rule of thumb is, if youʼre consider- up to. Use your sail number as an identifier, and There is nowhere in Charleston Harbor where a ing using a ship to gain an advantage over a the ship will know exactly who you are. Race Week entrant is restricted to the same competitor, youʼre too close. Set the example Charleston now handles the largest ships channels the ships are, so the ship is always for everyone around you with prudent tactics. trading on the East Coast, carrying more than going to be privileged. You may see a ship with a Coast Guard 14,000 containers. Our container berths are Please also remember that ships are just as escort. In these cases, expect the Coast Guard continually turning over, and therefore, when confined to the channel outside the harbor as to keep you up to 500 yards from the ship. Plan you see one container ship coming in, there’s they are inside the harbor. Rule 9 applies all the ahead, and heed the Coast Guardʼs warnings if probably one just around the bend coming out. way to the “C" buoy 13 miles offshore. you didnʼt plan well enough. A Coast Guard Two ships meeting in the channel is a precise Ships tend to go faster than most assume, boarding will slow you down a lot more than an maneuver, and getting too close to this is dan- up to 22 knots in the offshore channel, and up extra couple of tacks. gerous for everyone involved. Frequent places to 15 knots in the harbor. If you see a ship Many of Charlestonʼs harbor pilots are here for ships to pass each other are right off coming, plan on it getting to you faster than you racers themselves, and we’re very proud of the the Yorktown, near the Anchorage, near Fort think. success of Race Week. Many of the pilots that Sumter, and through the jetties and all the way If you must cross the channel when in sight are working would rather be on the course with out to the Entrance Buoy 13 miles offshore. of a ship, remember that the ship has a blind you. We hope during Race Week, the ships are Passing ships need the entire channel. In these spot 1/4 mile ahead. If you canʼt see the nothing more than part of the ambiance of the areas, particularly, please take advantage of the windows on the bridge of the ship, the ship canʼt harbor. We are so pleased to have you here deep water outside the buoys. see you. Shipboard radar has roughly the same adding to the ambiance of our homeport! Vigilance while sailing to the course or back blind spot. If your entire boat cannot be seen by Sail safe, sail fast, and enjoy Charleston! into the harbor is just as important as when the pilot during the entire time youʼre crossing John Cameron, racing. The few close calls we’ve had were the channel ahead of the ship, you are way too Executive Director of the Harbor Pilots most often when racers were coming back into close. Captain, U.S. Coast Guard (Ret.) the harbor after a full day of racing. Along the Remember also that sailing has its unex- #14266 entrance channel, when in sight of a ship, pected moments. 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SAFETY PLAN

ELCOME TO 2019 SPERRY CHARLESTON RACE WEEK. This plan is to ensure that you and your crew have a safe and enjoyable regatta. We ask that you share this plan with yWour entire crew so that they might be prepared in case of an emergency. © Priscilla Parker While Sperry Charleston Race Week will make every reasonable effort to provide a safe environment, competitors are reminded that all persons For emergencies on the water, hail competing do so at their own risk and are solely responsible for their own safety. “The PRO on your race course” on the VHF channel assigned. Sperry Charleston Race week has a Medical Director and medical personnel from Roper St. Francis Healthcare available during the regatta. If able, immediately also call the They will oversee all medical emergencies both on and off the water. Medical Officer at (843) 345-2040.

On the water, two (2) teams of medical personnel will be patrolling the race Stay calm and be ready to identify the following: courses in designated safety boats. One (1) team will be located • Your Boat Name, Hull Color and Sail Number on the offshore courses and the other team in the harbor for the inshore • Your Location courses. Each safety boat will consist of a paramedic, registered nurse and • Nature of the Injury emergency kits including a spine board and heart defibrillator. Additional equipment will be located on shore in EMS vehicles. • Crew Members Name and Information

The medical team will evaluate the severity of any injury and attempt to The PRO will call the medical team either by VHS treat minor injuries on the water while seriously injured persons will be or telephone and help will be on its way. moved to shore for treatment. For an emergency on land, contact the Please refer to the adjacent instructions for emergencies. Event Director at (843) 628-5900 who will get one of the medical teams to evaluate and treat the individual. THANKS FOR RACING AND PLEASE STAY SAFE!

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Featured Charleston Peninsula Restaurants 1. East Bay Deli - 334 East Bay St. 2. Oak Steakhouse - 17 Broad St. 8. 3. The MacIntosh - 479 King St.

3. Marinas, Yacht Clubs, and Yacht Brokerage 4. Carolina Yacht Club - 50 East Bay St. 5. Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina 6. Charleston Yacht Club - 17 Lockwood Dr. 6 1. 7. City Marina & - 17 Lockwood Dr. and 7. Ashley Yachts, 3 Lockwood Dr. 8. Columbus St. Terminal - 30 Johnson St. (launch/haul) 9. James Island Yacht Club - 734 Wampler Dr. 6. 10. Remley’s Point Boat Ramp - end of 5th Avenue 11. Trailer Parking - Mt. Pleasant Waterfront Park 2.

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SAILING INSTRUCTIONS INSHORE CIRCLES 1, 2, 3 & 4 2019 Sperry Charleston Race Week - April 11-14, 2019 Organizing Authority: Charleston Ocean Racing Association © Priscilla Parker 1 RULES Friday, April 12 1.1 The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined in The Racing 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) Rules of Sailing, the 2019 ORC Rules and the Sperry Charleston Race 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Offshore/Pursuit) Week (SCRW) procedures. 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) 1.2 The Equipment Rules of Sailing will apply. 0930 Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat 1.3 US Sailing Prescriptions to RRS 60, 63.2 and 63.4 will not apply. 0930 Hybrid Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat 1.4 The protest committee may impose suitable penalties, other 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) - First warning signal than disqualification, for violations of the Class Rules, or other non 1300 M32 Class Informal Practice Race Part 2 rules. This changes RRS 64.1. Post Race Dock Talks for J24, J70 and VX One hosted by Quantum 1.5 The International J/70 Class Event Rules Part III Sails. Swing by for a beverage and snack, and learn how (Sections I.3 and I.4) will apply. to improve. (Look for boats with Q flags among class 1.6 If there is a conflict between languages the English text will dockage) take precedence. 1800 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for Circles 1 & 4 (J/80, J/88, VX1 One, ORC D, J/22, J/24) 2 NOTICES TO COMPETITORS 1800-2100 Daily Awards, Beach Party, Beach Buffet, Open Goslings 2.1 Notices to competitors will be posted on the official notice board(s) Rum & Beer Bar, Live Music located in the Race Village at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina Saturday, April 13 (CHRM) on the terrace. 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) 2.2 Any questions concerning the notice of race, these sailing 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Offshore/Pursuit) instructions, scoring, or any other issue shall be submitted in writing to 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) Race Week Headquarters on the forms provided there. Replies will be 0930 Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat posted on the official notice board(s). 0930 Hybrid Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) - First warning signal 3 CHANGES IN THE SAILING INSTRUCTIONS 1200 M32 Class - First warning signal 3.1 Any change to the sailing instructions will be posted on the official Post Race Dock Talks for J24 and J88 hosted by Quantum Sails. notice board(s) before 0900 on the day it will take effect, except that Swing by for a beverage and snack, and learn how any change to the schedule of races will be posted by 2000 on the day to improve. (Look for boats with Q flags among class before it will take place. dockage) 3.2 For an on the water change to the sailing instructions: “L” flag shall 1730 Hybrid Pursuit discussion in the food tent be displayed with class flag, if appropriate. The change will be announced 1800 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for Circle 3 (M/24, on the designated VHF channel. This changes RRS Race Signals. Viper, ORC C) with Shirley Robertson and video by Keith Brash, presented by Quantum Sails 4 SIGNALS MADE ASHORE 1800-2100 Daily Awards, Beach Party, Open Goslings Rum & Beer 4.1 Signals made ashore will be displayed at the flagpole located on Bar, DJ the dock outside the marina office. 1830 Pro-Am Regatta off the wedding dock, moderated by 4.2 When flag “L” is displayed alone ashore, it means that a notice Shirley Robertson with live stream on the Jumbotron affecting all competitors has been posted. When flag “L” is displayed Sunday, April 14 over numeral pennant(s) it means that the notice applies only to those 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) sailing on the circles(s) corresponding to numeral pennant(s) displayed. 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Offshore/Pursuit) This changes RRS Race Signals. 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) 4.3 When flag “AP” is displayed ashore, “1 minute” is replaced with “not 0930 Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat less than 30 minutes”. This changes RRS Race Signals. 0930 Hybrid Pursuit - First warning signal for 1st boat 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) - First warning signal 5 SCHEDULE OF RACES & EVENTS 1200 M32 Class - First warning signal 1400-1800 Beach Party 5.1 Thursday, April 11 1530 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for J/70’s with 1000 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) Shirley Robertson and video by Keith Brash, presented 1200-1700 Registration packet pick-up at Lookout Pavilion by Quantum Sails 1400 Informal practice racing on Circle 2 offered by Quantum and College of Charleston for M24 and J/70 (two practice 1700-1800 Awards Ceremony, Chili and Open Beer Bar starts and one race for each fleet, repeating, starting with 5.2 Ten races (10) are planned, subject to weather conditions. One (1) M24), VHF 73 (Look for the green Quantum tetrahe- race for each class shall be completed to constitute a regatta for that drons.) class. 1630 Dock talks for M24 and J70 hosted by Quantum Sails. 5.3 The race committee may run up to, but not more than, four (4) Swing by for a beverage and a snack, and learn how to races in a single day. improve. (Look for boats with Q flags among class dockage) 5.4 Races that are postponed or abandoned for the day may be 1730-1800 Skippers’ Meeting at Lookout Pavilion re-sailed unless it is the final day of racing. 1800 PRO/Judges “Meet and Greet,” Hotel Terrace 5.5 To alert boats that a race or sequence of races will begin soon, the 1800 Local Knowledge talk at the Jumbotron orange starting line Flag will be displayed with one sound at least five 1800-2100 Opening Beach Party with Live Music, Buffet, Open minutes before a warning signal is made. 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6 CLASS FLAGS, BOW NUMBERS STICKERS, & 11.2 The starting line will be between the staffs displaying orange flags on SAIL NUMBERS the starting marks. In the event that the port end vessel is not on station, it will be replaced by an inflatable mark. The course side of the 6.1 Class flag/fleet ribbon designations will be posted on the official inflatable mark will define the line. notice board at Race Headquarters not later than 1800, Thursday, April 11.2.1 (Circle 4 ONLY) The starting line for the J/22 class may be shorter 11, 2019. than the J/24 startling line. If the starting line is shorter, the line will be 6.2 Each boat will be assigned a bow number. These bow numbers between a staff displaying an orange flag on the signal vessel and the shall be displayed on both sides of the bow. course side of an inflatable mark. 6.3 All boats shall display only the sail numbers under which she has 11.3 Boats whose warning signal has not been made shall avoid the entered, unless prior written approval is obtained from the race starting area during the starting sequence for other races. The starting committee and posted on the official notice board. area is defined as 100 yards in all directions from the starting line. 6.4 All J/70’s shall conspicuously display a fleet ribbon attached to the 11.4 A boat starting later than 4 minutes after their starting signal will backstay, as provided by the OA while racing. be scored Did Not Start (DNS) without a hearing. This changes rule A4. Circle 1: Circle 2: Circle 3: Circle 4: VX One Blue J/70 White Melges 24 Blue J/22 Green 12 RECALLS J/80 Green J/70 Pink ORC C Purple J/24 Pink 12.1 Individual recalls and boats disqualified under RRS 30.3 or 30.4 will Viper 640 White J/70 Blue J/88 Pink Flying Tiger 7.5 White be broadcast on designated VHF channel using bow/sail numbers. This is in addition to and changes RRS 29.1 and 30.3. J/70 Green R21s Blue 12.2 The RC will broadcast the bow/sail numbers of all boats observed to be OCS at the start twice; it will not alter the list based on a boat’s actions 7 RACING AREA subsequent to the start. 7.1 The racing areas are shown in “Circle Locations” in “Illustration B.” 12.3 Failure of the RC to make a broadcast or to time it accurately or 7.2 The racing area will be in the Charleston Harbor. the order of boat(s) hailed will not be grounds for granting redress. This changes RRS 62.1(a). 8 THE COURSES 8.1 The diagrams in Illustration B illustrate the courses, including the 13 CHANGE OF COURSE BEFORE THE START approximate angle between legs, the order in which the marks are to be 13.1 If there is a significant wind shift before a preparatory signal, the passed and side on which a mark is to be left. race committee may signal a change of course for classes/fleets not 8.2 Numeral pennants will be displayed to signify the specific course. yet started. 8.3 The race committee will broadcast the course, bearing and 13.2 At the preparatory signal, flag “C” will be displayed on the signal distance information before the warning signal. Failure to broadcast or vessel with repetitive sound signals and will remain displayed until the to receive this notification shall not constitute grounds for granting preparatory signal is lowered. The first mark will be the new/change redress. This changes RRS 62.1(a). mark. The bearing to the mark will be posted and announced over the 8.4 If one of the leeward gate marks is missing and not replaced by a designated VHF channel. mark boat in its place displaying flag “M” and making repetitive sounds, boats shall sail around the existing leeward mark leaving it to port. 14 CHANGE OF THE NEXT LEG OF THE COURSE 14.1 To change the next leg of the course, the race committee will lay 9 MARKS a new mark (or move the finishing line) and remove the original mark 9.1 The marks for Circle 1 will be: Mark 1 is a yellow tetrahedron; as soon as practical. When in a subsequent change a new mark is Mark 0 is an offset mark white ball; Marks 2A and 2B are yellow replaced, it will be replaced by an original mark. tetrahedrons; The start and finish marks will be race committee vessels or 14.2 Except at a gate, boats shall pass between the race committee an inflatable buoy. New mark 1 is an orange tetrahedron. vessel signaling change of the next leg and the nearby mark, leaving 9.2 The marks for Circle 2 will be: Mark 1 is a green tetrahedron; the mark to port and the race committee vessel to starboard. This Mark 0 is an orange ball; Marks 2A and 2B are green tetrahedrons; changes RRS 28. The start and finish marks will be race committee vessels or an inflatable 14.3 A signal board for the classes/fleets for which the change of course buoy; New mark 1 is a red tetrahedron. applies will be displayed along with flag “C.” If no classes/fleets are 9.3 The marks for Circle 3 will be: Mark 1 is an orange tetrahedron; displayed on a signal board, the change applies to all classes. This changes Mark 0 is a white ball; Marks 2A and 2B are orange tetrahedrons; The RRS Race Signals. start and finish marks will be race committee vessels or an inflatable 14.4 The race committee will adjust the angle of a gate without making buoy; New mark 1 is a yellow tetrahedron. any signals. 9.4 The marks for Circle 4 will be: Mark 1 is an orange tetrahedron; 14.5 The race committee will attempt to broadcast any course changes Mark 0 is a white ball; Marks 2A and 2B are orange tetrahedrons; The over the designated VHF channel. Failure of a boat to hear such start and finish marks will be race committee vessels or an inflatable notification or failure to broadcast will not be grounds for granting redress. buoy; New mark 1 is a yellow tetrahedron. This changes RRS 62.1. 9.5 A race committee vessel signaling a change of leg of the course is a 14.6 A course change for the final leg of a race will be signaled by a mark as provided in instruction 14.2. race committee vessel in the vicinity of the last rounding mark(s). It will display code flag “C” over “Q” and a signal board with the direction 10 CHECK IN and/or leg length change to the finish line and make repetitive sounds. 10.1 Before the first warning signal of each day, all boats shall sail past This signal (C over Q) applies only to the boats sailing their final the stern of the signal vessel on starboard tack and check in by hailing (finishing) leg. The change will be signaled before the leading boat of a their bow number. They shall continue to do so until their bow number is class/fleet has begun the leg, although the finish line may verbally acknowledged by the race committee. not yet be in position. This changes RRS Race Signals. 10.2 Boats failing to check in accordance with 10.1 will be given a scoring penalty equal to 20% calculated as stated in rule 44.3(c). (This 15 THE FINISH changes RRS A5). This will apply to each boat’s first race of the day. 15.1 For windward finishes, the finishing line will be between a staff displaying a checkered flag on the finish vessel and a staff 11 THE START displaying a checkered flag on the nearby finish vessel or an 11.1 Races will be started by using RRS 26. inflatable buoy. CHARLESTONRACEWEEK.COM 15 OfficialRaceProgram-2019_Layout 1 3/28/19 11:13 AM Page 18

15.2 For downwind finishes, the finish will be on the opposite side than 30 minutes after the decision was posted. This changes RRS 62.2. of the signal vessel from the starting line between a staff displaying 18.9 If the race committee posts a list of boats scored OCS, ZFP, a checkered flag on signal vessel and a staff displaying a UFD or BFD on the official board before the protest time limit, a checkered flag on a nearby finish vessel. request for redress based on such a posted score shall be made no 15.3 If the race committee intends to start another race on the later than one hour after the protest time limit. This changes RRS 62.2. same day, it will display the code flag “R” (with no sound) while boats are finishing. This changes RRS Race Signals. 19 PROTEST ARBITRATION 19.1 RRS Appendix T will apply. 16 PENALTY SYSTEM 16.1 PENALTY TURNS: The first two sentences of Rule 44.1 20 SCORING are changed to: “ A boat may take a One-Turn Penalty when she 20.1 (a) When fewer than six (6) races have been completed, a may have broken one or more rules of Part 2 or rule 31 in an boat’s series score will be the total of its race scores. This incident while racing. However, when she may have broken one or changes RRS A2. (b) When six (6) or more races have been more rules of Part 2 while in the zone around a mark other than a completed, a boat’s series score will be the total of its scores starting mark, her penalty shall be a Two-Turns Penalty.” excluding its worst score. (c) For the J/70 fleet, a boat’s series 16.2 Unless the course is shortened to finish at the windward score will be the total of its race scores. This changes RRS A2. mark, penalties within the zone of the windward mark or on the 20.2 Boats scored TLE will be scored points equal to the number offset leg may be delayed and taken as soon as possible on the of boats finishing within the time limit plus two points by the race downwind leg. committee without a hearing. The total shall not exceed the total 16.3 The US Sailing prescriptions RRS Appendix V2 will apply. number of boats in that class. This changes RRS A4.1, A4.2, & A5. 16.4 Penalty declarations - A boat that has taken a penalty 20.3 If a boat requesting redress for OCS is not granted redress, the turn(s) in accordance with SI 16.1 shall complete the penalty the score in that race shall not be excluded. This changes SI 20.1(b), declaration form available outside the scoring office before the RRS 90.3 and A2. end of protest time limit. A boat wishing to take a post-race 20.4 Fleet assignment/Scoring for the J/70 Class: penalty in accordance with SI 16.3 or wishes to retire after (a) The regatta will consist of a ranking and final series. (b) For the finishing shall complete the penalty declaration form available ranking series, boats will be assigned to fleets: White, Blue, Pink, outside the scoring office. Forms are also available online and may and Green, of, as nearly as possible, equal size and ability. be emailed to [email protected]. Initial assignments will be made by a seeding committee appointed by the organizing authority. The decision of the Seeding Committee 17 TIME LIMITS AND TARGET TIMES under this NOR/SI will be final and will not be grounds for redress. This changes rule 62.1(a). These assignments will be posted by 17.1 The target time for races is 45 to 60 minutes. Failure to 1800 Thursday, April 12. (c) Final series, boats will be assigned to meet the target time will not be grounds for granting redress. fleets after the first day of racing. If all boats have completed that This changes RRS 62.1(a) same number of races, boats will be reassigned based on their rank 17.2 Boats still racing more than 30 minutes after the first boat to in the ranking series (first day of racing). If not all fleets have sail the course in accordance with RRS 28.1 finishes will be completed the same number of races, the series scores for scored TLE (Time Limit Expired) without a hearing (see Scoring).This reassignment will be calculated for those races numbered in order of changes RRS 35, 63.1, A4.2, and A5. completion completed by all fleets. Assignments will be as follows: *Rank in Series *Fleet Assignments 18 PROTESTS AND REQUEST FOR REDRESS First White 18.1 Protest forms are available at the protest committee room, Second Blue located in the Charleston Harbor Resort. Protests and requests Third Pink for redress or reopening shall be delivered there within the Fourth Green appropriate time limit. Fifth Green 18.2 Protest time limit is 60 minutes after the race committee Sixth Pink finish vessel of the appropriate circle docks. The race committee will Seventh Blue make the number of sound signals corresponding to its circle number Eighth White upon docking and post the docking time on the official notice board. Ninth White This posting constitutes the notice required by RRS 61.1(b) and 63.2 Tenth Blue (Time and Place of the Hearing.) Etc. Etc. 18.3 Notices of scheduled protests or requests for redress hear- i. If two or more boats share the same rank, they will be entered in ings will be posted on the official notice board within 15 minutes of the left column in the order of fleets above (White, Blue, Pink and the protest time limit to inform competitors of hearings in which Green). they are parties or may be parties affected by a request for redress. ii. Assignments will be based on the ranking available at 2000 hrs at 18.4 Protests will be heard approximately in order of posting as the end of the first day of racing regardless of protests or requests soon as possible in the protest room. for redress not yet decided. 18.5 For the purpose of RRS 64.3(b) the “authority responsible” iii. These assignments will be posted at 2100 after the first day of is the measurer appointed by the organizing authority (Charleston racing. Ocean Racing Association). (d) There will be four daily trophies presented for the ranking series and 18.6 Notices of protests by the race committee, the technical one overall daily presented for the final series. committee or protest committee will be posted to inform boats under (e) Final scores will be based on total points from both series with no race RRS 61.1(b). excluded and will be calculated for the same number of completed races 18.7 Breaches of instructions 6, 11.3, 16.4, 21, 24, 25, 26, 27 and 28 by all fleets. If ties cannot be broken by RRS A8, there will be multiple will not be grounds for protest by a boat. This changes rule 60.1(a). places awarded. Penalties for these breaches may be less than disqualification if the 20.5 ORC classes will be scored with the ORC ratings for inshore protest committee so decides. windward/leeward and offshore single number courses using time on 18.8 On the last scheduled day of racing a request for redress time scoring. 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21 SAFETY 21.1 Each competitor is solely responsible for his own safety and, by participation, agrees to sail and use Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina facilities at his or her own risk. Neither the Charleston Ocean Racing Association nor persons assisting with the conduct of races shall be responsible for damage or injury suffered during races or related activities. 21.2 A boat that retires from a race, leaves the course area or returns to the course area between races shall notify the race committee as soon as possible . 21.3 A boat and its crew shall at all times keep clear of all commercial vessels and shall not maneuver in any manner which would cause a commercial vessel to be unable to sail its proper course or carry out its commercial functions in a normal manner. a.) A boat whose actions or maneuvers result in danger signal (5 or more Blasts) from commercial vessels shall be protested. b.) The penalty for breaking this rule shall be disqualification from the entire regatta. 21.4 There will be a courtesy announcement on each circle’s designated VHF channel each morning and at the end of the day’s racing to communicate expected commercial traffic needs to the fleets. Boats are reminded that Charleston Harbor and its approaches have a high level of commercial traffic. 21.5 Inshore Circles 1, 2, 3 and 4 competitors, please be advised that when transiting to the race area from Charleston Harbor Marina, leave G29 to starboard. Boats passing between G29 and Castle Pinckney do so at their own risk. 22 REPLACEMENT OF CREW OR EQUIPMENT 22.1 Substitution of competitors will not be allowed without prior written approval of the race committee.

23 EQUIPMENT AND MEASUREMENT CHECKS 23.1 A boat or equipment may be inspected at any time for compliance with the class rules and sailing instructions. On the water, a boat can be instructed by a member of the race committee or the technical committee to proceed immediately to a designated area for inspection.

24 EVENT ADVERTISING 24.1 Event bow stickers shall be attached to both sides of the boat’s hull at all times while racing. The event stickers are to be mounted aft of the bow numbers. Boats failing to display bow numbers and event bow stickers may be subject to protest by the race committee only. The protest committee may impose a penalty as it deems appropriate. This changes RRS 60.1 (a).

25 SUPPORT BOATS 25.1 Support boats shall register at the registration desk. 25.2 Support boats shall be marked by a pennant supplied by the race committee and remain no less that 150 yards from the race course from preparatory signal until all boats have finished or retired or the race committee signals postponement, general recall or abandonment. 25.3 Failure of a support to register, or a breach of SI 25.2 shall be considered a breach of RRS 2 (Fair Sailing), by the boats associated with the support boat, and is subject to protest. The penalty applied to the boat or boats associated with the support boat shall be at the discretion of the protest committee and shall not be excluded from their score. This changes RRS 64.1(c) and A2. 25.4 Support boats shall carry a VHF radio tuned to the designated race committee VHF channel of the nearest race circle. 25.5 Support drivers shall have valid third-party liability insurance or the equivalent and provide proof upon request by the race committee or organizing authority. 25.6 J/70 Class Only - SUPPORT BOATS: Individual support or coach boats shall not have contact of any nature, including: (i.) communication by radio, telephone, internet, vocal signal, visual signaling of any kind (i.e., tactical placement, use of flags and/or different

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colors of clothing or (ii.) the transfer of crew, equipment or supplies, with a registered racing boat from the time the boat leaves its dock or mooring each day until the boat has finished racing for the day. Notwithstanding the foregoing, (i.) late arriving crew, food and drink may be transferred to a racing boat prior to the first race of the day, and © JH Peterson (ii.) crew may be transferred in the event of an unforeseen personal accept any liability for material damage or personal injury or death emergency. Infringements of this rule will result in a penalty to the boat sustained in conjunction with or prior to, during, or after the regatta. associated with the support boat. Such penalty may be either penalties 30.2 The safety of a boat and its crew is the sole and inescapable or disqualification at the discretion of the protest. responsibility of the skipper who shall ensure that the boat is fully ©so Suanndd, ethro vraonu gdhelry B soeracwhorthy, and manned by an experienced and 26 HAUL OUT physically able crew. Neither the establishment of regulations or 26.1 Boats shall not be hauled during the regatta except with and inspection of a boat in any way limits or reduces the complete and according to the terms of prior written permission of the race committee. unlimited responsibility of the skipper. 30.3 Charleston Ocean Racing Association, Sponsors of the Sperry 27 PRESS AND SPECTATOR VESSELS Charleston Race Week, and their employees and volunteers do not accept responsibility for the loss of life or injury to participants or 27.1 All press and official spectator vessels shall be registered with the others, or for the loss or damage to any vessel in any way or from race organizers during registration. Press and official spectator vessels any cause during or relating to this event. shall monitor the designated VHF channel for the course they are on. 30.4 The skipper shall be responsible for the conduct of his crew. In 27.2 Press and spectator vessels shall not interfere with the racing, in the event of a serious breach of conduct, the destruction of property any way and shall stay no less than 150 feet distance from any boat or the failure to comply with a reasonable request of any race that is racing and on the outside of the race course where as defined officer or committee member, the skipper will be responsible for all by the location of the rounding marks at a distance outside the damages and the boat may be subject to protest which, may include race course where their wake causes no problem. disqualification from the regatta. 27.3 The organizers may appoint one or more photo boats, which will be allowed within the race course. The position of these boats shall not be grounds for redress. 31 INSURANCE 27.4 Press and spectator vessels shall display a flag, or other 31.1 Each participating boat shall be insured with valid third-party identification symbol as may be required by the race committee. liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $300,000 (USD) per event or the equivalent. 28 RADIO COMMUNICATION 28.1 The race committee will broadcast its intentions for racing that 32 J/70 CLASS ONLY day on the designated VHF Channel at 0930 and again at 1000. 32.1 Fleet Race Order and low point system 28.2 A designated observer may report visual signals displayed 1A Blue vs. Green 6A Green vs. Pink by the race committee over VHF channels: 1B Pink vs. White 6B White vs. Blue Circle 1 VHF Channel 66 2A Blue vs. Pink 7A Green vs. Blue Circle 2 VHF Channel 69 2B Green vs. White 7B Pink vs. White Circle 3 VHF Channel 71 3A White vs. Blue 8A Pink vs. Blue Circle 4 VHF Channel 78 3B Pink vs. Green 8B White vs. Green Information reported by the designated observer is provided as a 4A White vs. Green 9A Green vs. Pink courtesy to competitors and does not in any way alter the competitors’ 4B Pink vs. Blue 9B White vs. Blue responsibility to observe the race committee’s visual signals which govern the conduct of the racing. Errors or omissions on the part of the 5A Pink vs. White 10A Pink vs. White designated observer will not be grounds for granting redress. 5B Green vs. Blue 10B Green vs. Blue 28.3 All boats shall carry an operating VHF radio. 32.2 A boat that did not start, did not finish, or was disqualified shall be 29 PRIZES scored points for the finishing place one more than the number of boats 29.1 One daily trophy will be awarded in each class for each day of entered in that race. This changes RRS A4.2. racing. One overall trophy will be awarded in each class for every three boats entered up to a maximum of three trophies per class. 33 INSHORE RACE OFFICIALS 29.2 The entry that wins the most competitive one design class will Event Director/Race Director: Randy Draftz receive recognition on the Charleston Race Week Cup Perpetual Trophy. [email protected] 29.3 Jubilee Sportsmanship Perpetual Trophy will be awarded to the Event PRO: John Abel participant who has displayed outstanding example of good [email protected] sportsmanship during Sperry Charleston Race Week. Circle One RO: Tommy Harken 29.4 The entry that wins the most competitive handicap class will [email protected] receive recognition on the Palmetto Cup Perpetual Trophy. Circle Two RO: John Strassman 29.5 The organizing authority may award additional prizes at [email protected] their discretion. Circle Three RO: Hal Smith [email protected] 30. DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY Circle Four RO: Kevin Keogh 30.1 Competitors participate in the regatta entirely at their own risk. [email protected] (See RRS4, Decision to race). The Organizing Authority will not Chief Judge: Sarah Ashton [email protected] 18 2019 SPERRY CHARLESTON RACE WEEK

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CIRCLES 1, 2, 3 & 4 ILLUSTRATION B INSHORE RAC E CO URSES •

The courses sailed shown in the diagrams below apply to the courses sailed on the inshore course. The leeward gate

(mark 2 a/b) may be adjust ed at th e di screti on of the Ra ce C omm itt ee to kee p the c our se squ are w itho ut furt her signals.

Course 3 and 5 are W in dward-Leeward C our s e 4 and 6 are Windw ard-Leeward

with a finis h to W in dward. w ith a finish to Leeward.

FINISH

01 01

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2a 2b 2a 2b

START START

FINISH

Course 3: 3 Legs Course 4: 4 Legs

Marks: S - 1 - 0 - 2a/b - F Marks: S - 1 - 0 - 2a/b - 1 - 0 - F

Course 5: 5 Legs Course 6: 6 Legs

Marks: S - 1 - 0 - 2a/b - 1 - 0 - 2a/b - F Marks: S - 1 - 0 - 2a/b - 1 - 0 - 2a/b - 1 - 0 - F C C 9 9 C C 9 9 CIRCLE LOCATIONS

CIRCLE 4

CIRCLE 1 CIRCLE 2 CIRCLE 3

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SAILING INSTRUCTIONS HYBRID PURSUIT COURSE OFFSHORE CIRCLE 5 2019 Sperry Charleston Race Week - April 11-14, 2019 Organizing Authority: Charleston Ocean Racing Association © Priscilla Parker 1 RULES Friday, April 12 1.1 The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined in 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) The Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) and the 2019 ORC Rules. 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Offshore/Pursuit) 1.2 US Sailing Prescriptions to RRS 60, 63.2, and 63.4 will not 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) apply. 0930 Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat 1.3 The protest committee may impose suitable penalties, other 0930 Hybrid Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat than disqualification, for violations of the Class Rules, or other 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) - First warning signal non Part 2 rules. This changes RRS 64.1. 1300 M32 Class Informal Practice Race Post Race Dock Talks for J24, J70 and VX One hosted by Quantum 2 NOTICES TO COMPETITORS Sails. Swing by for a beverage and snack, and learn how 2.1 Notices to competitors will be posted on the official notice board to improve. (Look for boats with Q flags among class located in the Race Village at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina. dockage) 2.2 When flag ”L” is displayed alone ashore, a notice affecting all 1800 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for Circles 1 & 4 competitors has been posted. When flag “L” is displayed over a (J/80, J/88, VX1 One, ORC D, J/22, J/24) numeral pennant(s), the notice applies only to those sailing on the 1800-2100 Daily Awards, Beach Party, Beach Buffet, Open Goslings circle(s) corresponding to the numeral pennant(s) displayed. Rum & Beer Bar, Live Music 2.3 Any questions concerning the notice of race, these sailing Saturday, April 13 instructions, scoring, or any other issue shall be submitted in 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) writing to Race Week Headquarters on the forms provided. 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Offshore/Pursuit) Forms for submittal will be available there. All written inquiries 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) and responses will be posted on the official notice board. 0930 Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat 0930 Hybrid Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat 3 CHANGES IN THE SAILING INSTRUCTIONS 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) - First warning signal 3.1 Any shore side change in the sailing instructions will be posted 1200 M32 Class - First warning signal on the official notice board before 0800 on the day it will take effect, Post Race Dock Talks for J24 and J88 hosted by Quantum except that any change to the schedule of races will be posted by the Sails. Swing by for a beverage and snack, and learn how end of protest time on the day before it will take place. to improve. (Look for boats with Q flags among class 3.2 For an on the water change to the sailing instructions: “L” flag, dockage) will be displayed from the race committee signal boat while 1730 Hybrid Pursuit discussion in the food tent anchored. The change will be announced on the designated VHF 1800 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for Circle 3 (M/24, channel. This changes RRS 90.2 and Race Signals. Viper, ORC C) with Shirley Robertson and video by Keith Brash, presented by Quantum Sails 4 SIGNALS MADE ASHORE 1800-2100 Daily Awards, Beach Party, Open Goslings Rum & Beer 4.1 Signals made ashore will be displayed on the flagpole located Bar, DJ on the dock outside the marina office. 1830 Pro-Am Regatta off the wedding dock, moderated by 4.2 When flag “AP” is displayed ashore, the warning signal for the Shirley Robertson with live stream on the Jumbotron first start will be signaled not less than 60 minutes after “AP” is Sunday, April 14 lowered. This changes RRS Race Signals. 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) 4.3 The race committee will broadcast its intent on the designated 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Offshore/Pursuit) VHF channel at 0830 and again at 0900. 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) 0930 Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat 5 SCHEDULE OF RACES & EVENTS 0930 Hybrid Pursuit - First warning signal for 1st boat 5.1 Thursday, April 11 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) - First warning signal 1000 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) 1200 M32 Class - First warning signal 1200-1700 Registration packet pick-up at Lookout Pavilion 1400-1800 Beach Party 1400 Informal practice racing on Circle 2 offered by Quantum 1530 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for J/70’s with and College of Charleston for M24 and J/70 (two practice Shirley Robertson and video by Keith Brash, presented starts and one race for each fleet, repeating, starting with by Quantum Sails M24), VHF 73 (Look for the green Quantum tetrahe- 1700-1800 Awards Ceremony, Chili and Open Beer Bar drons.) 5.2 Eight (8) races are scheduled for Hybrid Pursuit Offshore Circle 1630 Dock talks for M24 and J70 hosted by Quantum Sails. 5. One race for each class shall be completed to constitute a regatta Swing by for a beverage and a snack, and learn how to for that class. improve. (Look for boats with Q flags among class dockage) 5.3 Hybrid Pursuit Offshore Circle 5 may sail up to, but not more 1730-1800 Skippers’ Meeting at Lookout Pavilion than, 4 races in a single day. 1800 PRO/Judges “Meet and Greet,” Hotel Terrace 5.4 Races that are postponed or abandoned for the day may be 1800 Local Knowledge talk at the Jumbotron re-sailed unless it is the final day of racing. 1800-2100 Opening Beach Party with Live Music, Buffet, Open 5.5 No warning signal will be made after 1400 on Sunday April 14. Gosling’s Rum & Beer Bar

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6 CLASS FLAGS, STICKERS, & SAIL NUMBERS 6.1 Class flag designations will be posted on the official notice board at Race Headquarters no later than 1800 on Thursday April 11, 2019. 6.2 Event bow stickers shall be attached to both sides of the boats hull at all times while racing. The event stickers are to be mounted approximately 6-10 inches below deck level and 8-14 inches aft of the bow. Boats failing to display event bow stickers may be subject to protest by the race committee only. This changes RRS 60.1 (a). © Tim Wilkes 6.3 Boats shall display the appropriate class flag from the backstay at least 5 feet above the deck. Flags are available in 11 THE START the skipper’s packages. 11.1 The harbor starting area for the Course 1 Pursuit Race will be 6.4 All boats shall display only the sail numbers under which she in the area bounded by Rebellion Reach to the southwest and the has entered, unless prior written approval is obtained from the race access to the Mt Pleasant Channel G “1” to the northeast and FL R committee and posted on the official notice board. “130” at the access to the ICW/Sullivan Island Narrows to the east. (Approximately 32 46.00N and 79 52.50W.) The Pursuit Classes 7 RACING AREA and the Hybrid Pursuit Classes on Circle 6 and Offshore Circle 5 7.1 The racing area will be the Charleston Harbor and ocean as will both be using the same start line location. shown in Illustration D Race Areas. 11.2 The starting line will be between the staff displaying orange flag on the RC vessel and the course side of a yellow tetrahedron. 8 COURSES 11.3 With pursuit style starting, boats will start according to course 8.1 The diagrams in Illustration D indicate the courses, including distance calculations using their PHRF handicap or ORC rating. the approximate angle between legs, the order in which the marks This changes Rule 26. are to be passed, and the side on which a mark is to be left. A nu- 11.4 The race committee will use RRS 26 for the first boat to start. meral pennant designating the specific course will be displayed be- All other boats will start afterwards based on their assigned starting fore or with the warning signal. time, the RC will not display flags or make sounds. This changes 8.2 Course 1 6.3 nm: Harbor start, point to point, time on distance RRS 26. with pursuite start sequence. Start (SI 11.1), G “25” starboard, G “17” starboard, ocean finish (SI 14.1) RC is on VHF Channel 73 8.3 Course 2 Windward leeward, four (4) legs, time on time, RRS 0930 Warning for 1st boat to start Display class flag 26 start for each class. A placard will be displayed with the letter “S” 0931 Preparatory Signal for 1st boat to start Display of prep flag short or “L” long to indicate the course short or long weather mark 0934 Preparatory flag removed for 1st boat Prep flag removed and the bearing and distance to the weather mark. Start (SI 11.9), 0935 Start of 1st boat Class flag removed weather mark port, leeward mark port, weather mark port, finish (SI Starting times for boats following No other flags 14.3). the 1st boat to start as published displayed 8.4 Course 3 Ocean start, point to point, time on time, RRS 26 start & posted for each class. First mark placard will be displayed as “S” short or “L” long mark, with bearing and distance, if red flag is displayed round 11.5 RRS 26 is changed by deleting the words “preparatory signal.” first mark to port, if green flag is displayed round first mark to star- The preparatory signal is four (4) minutes before that boat’s starting board. Start (SI 11.9), “S” short or “L” long, G “17” port, pass be- time. tween G “21” and R “22” leave G “25” port, harbor finish (SI 14.4). 11.6 Boats shall keep clear of the stating area until (4) minutes before their start time. The starting area is defined as 100 yards in 9 MARKS all directions from the starting line. 11.7 The Start Times for the Pursuit Circle 6 and the Hybrid Pursuit 9.1 Course 1: The start marks will be a race committee vessel and Offshore Circle 5 competitors and will be posted on the Official No- a yellow tetrahedron. Government G “25”, G “17.” Finish marks will tice Board by 2000 on the evening prior to each race day, and re- be a race committee vessel and an orange ball. peated on the 0830 VHF radio broadcast per SI 4.3. 9.2 Course 2: The start marks will be a race committee vessel and 11.8 Start Times for ORC Classes will calculated from Time-on-Dis- a yellow tetrahedron. Mark 2 is an orange tetrahedron. The finish tance ratings for Low, Medium and High Triple Number ORC ratings marks will be a race committee vessel and an orange ball. New on the Long Distance/Coastal course model. mark 1 Long is an orange cylinder with a black band. New mark 1 11.9 A boat starting later than 10 minutes after her starting signal Short is a red cylinder with a black band. will be scored Did Not Start (DNS) without a hearing. This changes 9.3 Course 3: The start markes will be a race committee vessel RRS 63.1, A4.1 and A5. and a yellow tetrahedron. Government G “17”, G “21”, R “22”, G Course 2 and 3 Ocean Start Races “25.” The harbor finish marks will be a race committee vessel and a The start for Hybrid Pursuit Offshore Circle 5 Course 2 and 3 will be orange ball. in the ocean south of the Charleston Harbor channel in the vicinity 10 CHECK IN of the Pursuit Race Course 1 finish, approximately 2.0 nm from Government G “17’: at a bearing of 175, (Approximately 32 41.37N 10.1 Before the first warning signal of each day, all boats shall sail and 79 48.18W) unless the race committee signals the “Lima” flag past the stern of the signal vessel on starboard tack and check in by indicating follow me to a new start location. hailing their sail number. They shall continue to do so until their sail 11.10 Races will be started by using RRS 26. number is verbally acknowledged by the race committee. Attempts 11.11 The start line will be between the staff displaying an orange to check in over the designated VHF channel does not meet this flag on the RC vessel and the course side of a yellow tetrahedron. requirement. 10.2 Boats failing to check in accordance with 10.1 will be given a scoring penalty equal to 20% calculated as stated in rule 44.3(c). (This changes RRS A5). This will apply to each boat’s first race of the day.

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12 RECALLS 17 PROTESTS AND REQUESTS FOR REDRESS 12.1 Course 1 RRS 29.1 (Individual Recall) is changed. No “X” flag 17.1 Protests shall be written and lodged with the protest commit- will be used. The race committee will make a sound for all boats tee’s representative within the protest time limit. Protest forms are who are on course side at their start and notify them via VHF available at the protest room in the Charleston Harbor Resort. channel 73. This changes RRS 29.1 17.2 Protest Time Limit will be 60 minutes after race committee’s 12.2 Courses 2 and 3 as a courtesy, the race committee may iden- finish vessel docks. The race committee will make a long sound tify recalled boats by broadcast over the designated VHF channel. signal upon docking and post the docking time on the official notice 12.3 Failure of a boat to see or hear her recall notification and the board as soon as possible. timing and order of such hails, or failure to hail will not be grounds 17.3 Protests will be heard approximately in order of posting as for granting redress. This changes RRS 62. soon as possible in the protest room. 17.4 Notices of scheduled protests or requests for redress 13 CHANGE OF THE NEXT LEG OF THE COURSE hearings will be posted on the Official Notice Board within 15 13.1 To change the next leg of the course, the race committee will minutes of the protest time limit to inform competitors of lay a new mark (or move the leeward mark or finish line) and re- hearings in which they are parties or may be parties affected by move the original mark as soon as practicable. When in a subse- a request for redress. This will constitute notice to all parties quent change a new mark is replaced, it will be replaced by an under RRS 63.2 original mark. 17.5 For the purpose of rule 64.3(b), the “authority responsible” 13.2 The race committee will attempt to broadcast any course is the measurers appointed by Charleston Ocean Racing Assoc. changes over the designated VHF channel. Failure of a boat to 17.6 If the race committee posts a list of boats scored OCS, hear such notification or failure to broadcast will not be grounds for ZFP, UFD or BFD on the official notice board before the protest granting redress. time limit, a request for redress based on such a posted score shall be made no later than one hour after the protest time limit. This changes RRS 62.2. 14 THE FINISH 17.7 On the last scheduled day of racing, a request for redress Course 1 Pursuit Race Ocean Finish based on protest committee decision will be delivered no later than 14.1 The finish will be south of the Charleston Harbor channel in 30 minutes after the decision was posted. This changes rule 62.2. the area located approximately 2 nm from Government G “17”: at a bearing of 175 (Approximately 32 41.32N and 79 48.14W.) 18 PROTEST ARBITRATION 14.2 The finish line will be between a staff displaying a checkered 17.1 RRS Appendix T will apply. flag on the RC vessel and the course side of an orange ball. Course 2 Windward Leeward Finish 14.3 The finish line will be between a staff displaying a checkered 19 SCORING flag on the RC vessel and the course side of an orange ball. 19.1 When five (5) or fewer races have been completed, a boat’s Course 3 Point to Point - Harbor Finish series score will be the total of her race scores. This changes RRS 14.4 The finish line will be in the vicinity of the Course 1 harbor A2. When six (6) races have been completed, a boat’s series score start which is the area bounded by Rebellion Reach to the south- will be the total of her race scores excluding her worst score. west and the access to the Mt Pleasant Channel G “1” to the north- 19.2 Boats scored TLE will be scored points equal to the number of east and FL R “130” at the access to the ICW/Sullivan Island boats finishing within the time limit plus two points by the race com Narrows to the east. (Approximately 32 46.00N and 79 52.50W.) mittee without a hearing. The total shall not exceed the total number 14.5 The harbor finish line will be between a staff displaying a of boats in that class. This changes RRS A4.1, A4.2 and A5. 19.3 If a boat requesting redress for an OCS is not granted redress, checkered flag on the RC vessel at the port end and a yellow buoy the score in that race shall not be excluded. This changes RRS 90.3 at the starboard end. and A2. 15 PENALTY SYSTEM 19.4 ORC Classes: Course 1 will be scored Time-on-Distance for Low, Medium and High Triple Number ORC ratings on the Lomng 15.1 US Sailing Prescription RRS Appendix V will apply. Distance Course model (see SI 11.8). Course 2 will be scored Time- on-Time using ORC Triple Number ORC ratings for the Windward 16 TIME LIMIT Leeward course model. Course 3 will be scored Time-on-Time 16.1 All boats shall finish by 1600 on Friday and Saturday. This using Triple Number ORC ratings for the Coastal / Long Distance changes RRS 35. course model. For Courses 2 and 3 prior to the warning signal the 16.2 All boats shall finish by 1500 on Sunday. This changes RRS 35. RC will announce its intention to use Low, Medium or High wind rating for scoring. 19.5 One Design Classes: Course 1: The Pursuit starting times will be calculated using the one design ORC rating (see SI 19.4 Course 1).

20 SAFETY REGULATIONS 20.1 Each competitor is solely responsible for his own safety and, by participation, agrees to sail and use Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina facilities at his or her own risk. The Charleston Ocean Racing Association nor persons assisting with the conduct of races shall be responsible for damage or injury suffered during races or related activities. 20.2 A boat that retires from a race or leaves the course area between races shall notify the race committee before leaving the course area or immediately after arriving ashore on the designated VHF channel. © Rick Walo 22 2019 SPERRY CHARLESTON RACE WEEK OfficialRaceProgram-2019_Layout 1 3/28/19 11:13 AM Page 25

20.3 A boat and its crew shall at all times keep clear of all commercial vessels and shall not maneuver in any manner which would cause a commercial vessel to be unable to maneuver its proper course or carry out its commercial functions in a normal manner. a.) A boat whose actions or maneuvers result in danger signal (5 or more blasts) from commercial vessels shall be protested by the race committee. b.) The penalty for breaking this rule shall be disqualification from the entire regatta. 20.4 There will be a courtesy announcement on the designated VHF channel each morning and at the end of the day’s racing to © Rick Walo communicate expected commercial traffic needs to the fleets. Boats are reminded that Charleston Harbor and its approaches have a high level of commercial traffic. 23 HAUL-OUT RESTRICTIONS 20.5 Before the first warning signal of each day, boats shall have 23.1 Boats shall not be hauled out during the regatta except with provided to the OA their crew list. Crew list updates may be sent via and in accordance with terms of prior written permission of the race email to Randy Draftz or [email protected]. committee.

21 COACH AND SUPPORT BOATS 24 RADIO COMMUNICATION 21.1 Support boats shall register with at the registration desk. 24.1 The designated VHF channel for Hybrid Pursuit Offshore Circle 21.2 Support boats shall be marked by a pennant supplied by the 5 will be VHF channel 73. race committee and remain no less than 150 yards from the race course from preparatory signal until all boats have finished or retired 25 PRIZES or the race committee signals postponement, general recall or 25.1 One daily trophy will be awarded in each class for each day of abandonment. racing. One overall trophy will be awarded in each class for every 21.3 Failure of a support boat to register shall be considered a three boats entered up to a maximum of three trophies per class. breach of RRS 2 (Fair Sailing), by the boats associated with the The ORC entry that wins the most competitive class will receive support vessel, and is subject to protest. The penalty applied to the recognition on the Palmetto Cup Perpetual Trophy. boat or boats associated with the support boat shall be at the discre- 25.2 Jubilee Sportsmanship Perpetual Trophy will be awarded tion of the protest committee and shall not be excluded from their to the participant who has displayed outstanding example of good score. This changes RRS 64.1(c) and A2. sportsmanship during Sperry Charleston Race Week. 21.4 Support boats shall carry a VHF radio tuned to the designated 25.3 The Organizing Authority may award additional prizes at their race committee VHF channel for the circle they are nearest to. discretion. 21.5 Support drivers shall have valid third-party liability insurance or the equivalent and provide proof upon request by the race 26 DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY committee or organizing authority. 26.1 Competitors participate in the regatta entirely at their own risk. (see RRS4, Decision to race). The Organizing Authority will not ac- 22 PRESS AND SPECTATOR VESSELS cept any liability for material damage or personal injury or death sus- 22.1 All press and official spectator vessels shall be registered with tained in conjunction with or prior to, during, or after the regatta. the race organizers during registration. Press and official spectator 26.2 The safety of a boat and it’s crew is the sole and vessels shall monitor the designated VHF channel for the course inescapable responsibility of the Skipper who shall ensure that the they are on. boat is fully sound, thoroughly seaworthy, and manned by an experi- 22.2 Press and spectator vessels shall not interfere with the racing, enced and physically able crew. Neither the establishment of regula- in any way and shall stay no less than 50 yards (150 feet) distance tions or inspection of a boat in any way limits or reduces the from any boat that is racing and on the outside of the race course complete where as defined by the location of the rounding marks at a distance and unlimited responsibility of the Skipper. outside the race course where their wake causes no problem. 26.3 Charleston Ocean Racing Association, Sponsors of the Sperry 22.3 The organizers may appoint one or more photo vessels, which Charleston Race Week, and their employees and volunteers do not will be allowed within the race course. The position of these vessels accept responsibility for the loss of life or injury to participants or oth- shall not be grounds for redress. ers or for the loss or damage to any vessel in any way or from any 22.4 Press and spectator vessels shall display a flag, or other iden- cause during or relating to this event. tification symbol as may be required by the race committee. 26.4 The Skipper shall be responsible for the conduct of his crew. In the event of a serious breach of conduct, the destruction of prop- erty or the failure to comply with a reasonable request of any Race Officer or Committee Member, the Skipper will be responsible for damages and the boat may be subject to protest which, may in- clude disqualification from the regatta.

27 OFFSHORE RACE OFFICIALS Event/Race Director: Randy Draftz [email protected] Event PRO: John Abel [email protected] Hybrid Pursuit RO: Taran Teague [email protected] Chief Judge: Sarah Ashton [email protected]

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HYBRID PURSUIT RACE COURSES CIRCLE 5 • ILLUSTRATION D

Course 1: 6.3 nm COURSE 1 Harbor start, point to point, time on distance with pursuit start sequence. Start G25 starboard, G17 starboard, ocean finish.

Course 2: Offshore windward leeward, offside start and finish, two weather marks, one leeward mark, 4 legs. A placard will be displayed with the letter “S” short or “L” long to indicate the course short or long weather mark and the bearing and distance to the weather mark. Start, weather mark port, leeward mark port, weather mark port, finish.

Course 3: Ocean start to harbor finish point to point. A placard will be displayed as “S” short or “L” long mark, with bearing and distance, if red flag is displayed round first mark to port, if green flag is displayed round first mark to starboard. Start, “S” short or “L” long, G “17” port, pass between G “21” and R “22” leave G “25” port, harbor finish. All Government marks should be left on the channel side as per regulations.

COURSE 2 COURSE 3 Windward-Leeward with a finish to Leeward

Course 2 Legs Marks 2 (long) 4 S - 1L - 2 - 1L - F 2 (short) 4 S - 1S - 2 - 1S - F

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SAILING INSTRUCTIONS PURSUIT CLASS CIRCLE 6

2019 Sperry Charleston Race Week - April 11-14, 2019 Organizing Authority: Charleston Ocean Racing Association © Priscilla Parker 1 RULES Friday, April 12 1.1 The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined in 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) The Racing Rules of Sailing. 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Offshore/Pursuit) 1.2 The PHRF Rules and Regulations as adopted and amended by 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) the Sperry Charleston Race Week (SCRW) Policies and 0930 Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat Procedures will apply. 0930 Hybrid Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat 1.3 U S Sailing Prescriptions to RRS 60, 63.2 and 63.4 will not 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) - First warning signal apply. 1300 M32 Class Informal Practice Race Post Race Dock Talks for J24, J70 and VX One hosted by Quantum 2 NOTICES TO COMPETITORS Sails. Swing by for a beverage and snack, and learn how 2.1 Notices to competitors will be posted on the official notice board to improve. (Look for boats with Q flags among class located in the Race Village at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina. dockage) 2.2 When flag”L” is displayed alone ashore, it means that a notice 1800 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for Circles 1 & 4 affecting all competitors has been posted. When flag “L” is (J/80, J/88, VX1 One, ORC D, J/22, J/24) displayed over a numeral pennant(s), it means that the notice 1800-2100 Daily Awards, Beach Party, Beach Buffet, Open Goslings applies only to those sailing on the circle(s) corresponding to the Rum & Beer Bar, Live Music numeral pennant(s) displayed. Saturday, April 13 2.3 Any questions concerning the notice of race, these sailing 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) instructions, scoring, or any other issue shall be submitted in 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Offshore/Pursuit) writing to Race Week Headquarters on the forms provided. 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) Forms for submittal will be available there. All written inquiries 0930 Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat and responses will be posted on the official notice board. 0930 Hybrid Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) - First warning signal 3 CHANGES IN THE SAILING INSTRUCTIONS 1200 M32 Class - First warning signal 3.1 Any shore side change in the sailing instructions will be posted Post Race Dock Talks for J24 and J88 hosted by Quantum on the official notice board before 0800 on the day it will take effect, Sails. Swing by for a beverage and snack, and learn how except that any change to the schedule of races will be posted by to improve. (Look for boats with Q flags among class the end of protest time on the day before it will take place. The “L” dockage) flag will be displayed with numeral pennant and class flag, if 1730 Hybrid Pursuit discussion in the food tent applicable. 1800 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for Circle 3 (M/24, 3.2 For an on the water change to the sailing instructions: “L” Viper, ORC C) with Shirley Robertson and video by Keith flag shall be displayed with class flag, if appropriate. The change Brash, presented by Quantum Sails will be announced on the designated VHF channel. This changes 1800-2100 Daily Awards, Beach Party, Open Goslings Rum & Beer RRS Race Signals. Bar, DJ 1830 Pro-Am Regatta off the wedding dock, moderated by 4 SIGNALS MADE ASHORE Shirley Robertson with live stream on the Jumbotron 4.1 Signals made ashore will be displayed on the flagpole located Sunday, April 14 on the dock outside the marina office. 0730-1000 US Sailing Buzz Bar (outside the Reel Bar) 4.2 When flag “AP” is displayed ashore, the warning signal for the 0730 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Offshore/Pursuit) first start will be signaled not less than 60 minutes after “AP” is 0900 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) lowered. This changes RRS Race Signals. 0930 Pursuit Class - First warning signal for 1st boat 5 SCHEDULE OF RACES & EVENTS 0930 Hybrid Pursuit - First warning signal for 1st boat 1100 Inshore (Circles 1, 2, 3 & 4) - First warning signal 5.1 Thursday, April 11 1200 M32 Class - First warning signal 1000 “Applying the Forecast to Racecourse” (Inshore) 1400-1800 Beach Party 1200-1700 Registration packet pick-up at Lookout Pavilion 1530 Daily Video Debrief on the Jumbotron for J/70’s with 1400 Informal practice racing on Circle 2 offered by Quantum Shirley Robertson and video by Keith Brash, presented and College of Charleston for M24 and J/70 (two practice by Quantum Sails starts and one race for each fleet, repeating, starting with 1700-1800 Awards Ceremony, Chili and Open Beer Bar M24), VHF 73 (Look for the green Quantum tetrahe- 5.2 Three (3) races are scheduled. One race shall be completed drons.) to constitute a regatta. 1630 Dock talks for M24 and J70 hosted by Quantum Sails. 5.3 No warning signal will be made after 1200 on Sun., April 14. Swing by for a beverage and a snack, and learn how to improve. (Look for boats with Q flags among class dockage) 1730-1800 Skippers’ Meeting at Lookout Pavilion 6 CLASS FLAGS, STICKERS, & SAIL NUMBERS 1800 PRO/Judges “Meet and Greet,” Hotel Terrace 6.1 Class flags - Circle 6: 1800 Local Knowledge talk at the Jumbotron Spinnaker (S) Green; Non Spinnaker (NS) White 1800-2100 Opening Beach Party with Live Music, Buffet, Open Gosling’s Rum & Beer Bar

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7 RACING AREA 7.1 The racing area will be Charleston Harbor and ocean as WELCOME TO CHARLESTON! shown on the race course diagrams. As sailors and competitors in Sperry 8 COURSES Charleston Race Week, we have been 8.1 The diagram in the SI Illustration E shows the intended courses helping Mariner’s for over 40 Years! 1, 2, 2L, 3, 3L, 4 and 4L. The “L” courses offer two laps of offshore windward leeward. There will be two classes: Spinnaker Class (S) and Non-spinnaker Class (NS). Course 1 - 14.0 nm (S) and (NS): start, leave G25 to starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE (G13/R14), pass through GATE (G21/R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Course 2 - 18.0 nm (S), 16.0 nm (NS): start, leave G25 to starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE Come check out our new (G13/R14), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), pass through GATE (G21/ R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Mark 1 marine hardware section! from GATE (G13/R14) 2.0 nm, 1.0 nm. We also offer... Course 2L - 22.0 nm (S), 18.0 nm (NS): start, leave G25 to starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE • West System Epoxy (G13/R14), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), • Specialty Stainless Fasteners and Hardware leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), pass through • Basic and Specialty Hand-tools GATE (G21/ R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Mark 1 from GATE (G13/R14) 2.0 nm, 1.0 nm. • Full Line of Power Tools Course 3 - 22.0 nm (S), 18.0 nm (NS): start, leave G25 to star- • Local, Knowledgeable, Friendly Service board, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE (G13/R14), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), pass through GATE (G21/ R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Mark 1 from GATE (G13/R14) 4.0 nm, 2.0 nm. Course 3L - 30.00 nm (S), 20.0 nm (NS): start, leave G25 to star- (843) 884-2551 board, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE (G13/R14), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), 883 Ben Sawyer Blvd., Mt. Pleasant leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), pass through GATE (G21/ R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Mark 1 from GATE (G13/R14) 4.0 nm, 2.0 nm. Course 4 - 28.0 nm (S), 24.0 nm (NS): start, leave G25 to 11 THE START starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE 11.1 The starting area will be in the area bounded by Rebellion (G9/R10), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G9/R10), pass Reach to the southwest and the access to the Mt. Pleasant through GATE (G21/R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Mark 1 from Channel G”1” to the northeast and FL R “130” at the access to the GATE (G9/R10) 4.3 nm, 2.3 nm. ICW/Sullivan Island Narrows to the east. (Approximately Course 4L - 36.6 nm (S), 28.6 nm (NS): start, leave G25 to 32°46.00N and 79°52.50W) starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE 11.2 The starting line will be between a staff displaying an orange (G9/R10), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G9/R10), flag on a RC vessel that is at the starboard end of the starting line leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G9/R10), pass through and a yellow tetrahedron on the port end. GATE (G21/R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Mark 1 from GATE 11.3 Pursuit style starting, boats will start according to their PHRF (G9/R10) 4.3 nm, 2.3 nm. handicap. This changes Rule 26. 8.2 The scheduled start times for each boat on each of all courses 11.4 The race committee will use RRS 26 for the first boat to start. will be posted on the Regatta Notice Board no later than 1800 on All other boats will start based on their assigned starting time, the the day prior to the scheduled race. The Course to be sailed will be RC will not display flags or make sounds. This changes RRS 26. announced prior to the warning of the race. 8.3 Placards showing the course to be sailed for each class and VHF 11 RC is on VHF Channel 11 the direction to Mark 1 (if used) from gate marks will be displayed 0930 Warning for 1st boat to start Display class flag on the signal boat and announced on VHF 11 no later than the 0931 Preparatory Signal for 1st boat to start Display of prep flag warning signal. 0934 Preparatory flag removed for 1st boat Prep flag removed 9 MARKS 0935 Start of 1st boat Class flag removed 9.1 The marks of the Course will be: Start/finish mark is a yellow Starting times for boats following the No other flags tetrahedron and a race committee vessel. Mark 1 for the (S) class is 1st boat to start as published & posted displayed an orange tetrahedron. Mark 1 for the (NS) class is a white tetrahe- dron. Government marks: G25, G21, R22, G13, R14, G9, R10. 11.5 RRS 26 is changed by deleting the words “preparatory signal.” The preparatory signal is four (4) minutes before that boat’s starting 10 CHECK IN time. 10.1 Boats intending to race shall check in with the Race 11.6 The Start Times for the Pursuit Class will be listed on the Committee via VHF channel 11 before their start time. After the first event document section of the SCRW Web Site and on the Official start, there will be no preparatory signals. Boats shall confirm the Notice Board. number of persons on board. A boat shall continue to check in until 11.7 A boat starting later than 10 minutes after her starting signal it has been acknowledged by the Race Committee. will be scored Did Not Start (DNS) without a hearing. This changes RRS 63.1, A4.1 and A5.

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12 RECALLS 20.3 A boat and its crew shall at all times keep clear of all commer- 12.1 RRS 29.1 (Individual Recall) is changed. No “X” flag will be cial vessels and shall not maneuver in any manner which would used. The race committee will make a sound signal for all boats cause a commercial vessel to be unable to maneuver its proper who are on the course side (OCS) at their start and notify them via course or carry out its commercial functions in a normal manner. VHF channel 11. This changes RRS 29.1. a.) A boat whose actions or maneuvers result in danger signal 12.2 Failure of a boat to see or hear her recall notification and the (5 or more blasts) from commercial vessels shall be protested. timing and order of such hails or failure to hail will not be grounds b.) The penalty for breaking this rule shall be disqualification from for granting redress. This changes RRS 62. the entire regatta. c.) If the wind velocity is low and it is apparent a boat cannot avoid an 13 CHANGE OF THE NEXT LEG OF THE COURSE oncoming commercial boat, it may start its engine and motor away 13.1 The course configuration will not be changed. However, the from the oncoming vessel at an angle of 90 degrees or less. There race committee may shorten course at any mark of the course. shall be no forward movement on the course. It shall cut off its motor as soon as it is clear from the oncoming vessel. 14 THE FINISH 20.4 There will be a courtesy announcement on the designated 14.1 The finishing line will be near the starting area. VHF channel 11 each morning and at the end of the day’s racing to 14.2 The finishing line will be between a staff displaying a communi cate expected commercial traffic needs to the fleets. Boats checkered flag on the RC vessel at the port end and a yellow are reminded that Charleston Harbor and its approaches have a buoy to starboard. high level of commercial traffic. 20.5 Crew lists: Each boat shall provide the race committee a list of 15 PENALTY SYSTEM crew for each day of the regatta, before her preparatory signal. The 15.1 The scoring penalty, RRS 44.3 will apply. number of persons sailing on each boat may change each day. You may email the list to [email protected]. 16 TIME LIMIT 21 RADIO/TELEPHONE COMMUNICATIONS 16.1 All boats shall finish by 1600 on Fri. & Sat.. This changes RRS 21.1 Race committee announcements will be over VHF Channel 35. 11. 16.2 All boats shall finish by 1500 on Sun. This changes RRS 35. 21.2 Competitors may call the race committee via cell phone: 843-252-4900. 17 PROTESTS 17.1 Protests shall be written and lodged with the protest 22 PRIZES committee’s representative within the protest time limit. Protest 22.1 Prizes will be awarded as described in the Notice of Race. forms are available at the protest room at Charleston Harbor Resort. 17.2 Protest time limit is 60 minutes after the race committee finish vessel of the appropriate circle docks. The race committee will 23 DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY make sound signals corresponding to its circle number upon 23.1 Competitors participate in the regatta entirely at their own docking and post the docking time on the official notice board. This risk. (See RRS 4, Decision to race). The Organizing Authority will posting constitutes the notice required by RRS 61.1(b) and 63.2 not accept any liability for material damage or personal injury or (Time and Place of the Hearing.) death sustained in conjunction with or prior to, during, or after the 17.3 Protests will be heard approximately in order of posting as regatta. soon as possible in the protest room. 23.2 The safety of a boat and its crew is the sole and inescapable 17.4 Notices of scheduled protests or requests for redress responsibility of the skipper who shall ensure that the boat is fully hearings will be posted on the Official Notice Board within 15 sound, thoroughly seaworthy, and manned by an experienced and minutes of the protest time limit to inform competitors of hearings in physically able crew. Neither the establishment of regulations or which they are parties or may be parties affected by a request for inspection of a boat in any way limits or reduces the complete and redress. This will constitute notice to all parties under RRS 63.2. unlimited responsibility of the skipper. 17.5 For the purpose of rule 64.3(b), the “authority responsible” 23.3 Charleston Ocean Racing Association, Sponsors of the is the measurers appointed by Charleston Ocean Racing Assoc. Sperry Charleston Race Week, and their employees and 17.6 On the last scheduled day of racing, a request for redress volunteers do not accept responsibility for the loss of life or based on a protest committee decision shall be delivered no later injury to participants or others, or for the loss or damage to any than 30 minutes after the decision was posted. This changes rule vessel in any way or from any cause during or relating to this 62.2. event. 23.4 The skipper shall be responsible for the conduct of his crew. 18 PROTEST ARBITRATION In the event of a serious breach of conduct, the destruction of 18.1 RRS Appendix T will apply. property or the failure to comply with a reasonable request of any race officer or committee member, the skipper will be responsible 19 SCORING for all damages and the boat may be subject to protest which, may 19.1 All races will be scored. This changes RRS A.2. include disqualification from the regatta.

20 SAFETY 24 PURSUIT RACE OFFICIALS 20.1 Each competitor is solely responsible for his own safety and, Event/Race Director: Randy Draftz [email protected] by participation, agrees to sail and use Charleston Harbor Resort Event PRO: John Abel [email protected] and Marina facilities at his or her own risk. The Charleston Ocean Circle 6 RO: Ray Redniss [email protected] Racing Association nor persons assisting with the conduct of races Chief Judge: Sarah Ashton [email protected] shall be responsible for damage or injury suffered during races or related activities. 20.2 A boat that retires from a race or leaves the course area between races shall notify the race committee before leaving the course area or immedi ately after arriving ashore on VHF channel 11.

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PURSUIT RACE COURSES • ILLUSTRATION E

Compass bearing to Mark 1 will vary based on wind COURSE 1 direction. The bearing will be signaled at the start. Course diagrams are for illustration purposes only.

Course 1: 14.0 nm (S) and (NS): Start, leave G25 to starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE (G13/R14), pass through GATE (G21/R22), leave G25 to port, finish.

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Course 2: 18.0 nm (S), 16.0 nm (NS) Start, leave G25 to starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass COURSES 2, 2L, 3, 3L through GATE (G13/R14), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE 2 & 3 - Same course, distance varies (G13/R14), pass through GATE (G21/ R22), leave G25 to port, finish. L = Two laps around Mark 1 Mark 1 - from GATE (G13/R14) 2.0 nm, 1.0 nm from G13/R14 Course 2L: 22.0 nm (S), 18.0 nm (NS) Start, leave G25 to starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE (G13/R14), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), pass through GATE (G21/ R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Mark 1 from GATE (G13/R14) 2.0 nm, 1.0 nm Course 3: 22.0 nm (S), 18.0 nm (NS) Start, leave G25 to starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE (G13/R14), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), pass through GATE (G21/ R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Mark 1 from GATE (G13/R14) 4.0 nm, 2.0 nm Course 3L: 30.00 nm (S), 20.0 nm (NS) Start, leave G25 to starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE (G13/R14), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G13/R14), pass Not for to be used for navigation through GATE (G21/ R22), leave G25 to port, finish. • Mark 1 from GATE (G13/R14) 4.0 nm, 2.0 nm • Course 4: 28.0 nm (S), 24.0 nm (NS) COURSES 4, 4L Start, leave G25 to starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE (G9/R10), leave L = Two laps around Mark 1 from G9/R10 Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G9/R10), pass through GATE (G21/R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Mark 1 from GATE (G9/R10) 4.3 nm, 2.3 nm Course 4L: 36.6 nm (S), 28.6 nm (NS) Start, leave G25 to starboard, pass through GATE (G21/ R22), pass through GATE (G9/R10), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G9/R10), leave Mark 1 to port, pass through GATE (G9/R10), pass through GATE(G21/R22), leave G25 to port, finish. Mark 1 from GATE (G9/R10) 4.3 nm, 2.3 nm

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