Sailing Guidelines
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Sailing Guidelines
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Cruises start at 1.00pm unless otherwise stated in the specific event sailing instructions or Sailing Programme.
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Frequency allocation is as per frequency board located at the race starting position (First peg on board priority). Where a clash occurs and consultation does not resolve the situation then the Sailing Master will adjudicate. Allocation of frequencies will be in favour of those who are financial members.
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To promote fair and honest racing penalties will be 360 turns. Boats are to sail well clear of other boats as soon as possible and complete one tack and one gybe without causing interference to others. There shall be no protest fee so as to encourage protests (as distinct from arguments) as the preferred method of resolving disputes.
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All members are required to conduct themselves in an exemplary manner, showing courtesy, politeness and consideration to fellow members and spectators at all times. Consistent misconduct by a member may be grounds for suspension or dismissal from the club.
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All members are expected to help in the running of the club and cruises (as per their capacity to do so). This means such things as setting up buoys, placing and retrieval and storage of the dinghy. Don’t leave it to “Sum Wun Else”. Remember everyone is entitled to a pleasurable days sailing without having to do all the work for someone else’s benefit.
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Model yacht sailing is meant to be fun. You are sailing with your friends and mates and you should treat them accordingly. Don’t take yourself or your sailing too seriously and you will enjoy it more. This doesn’t mean that you don’t want to win but be a sportsman about it.