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ISAF launches Introductory Rules for Racing.(news)(International Sailing Federation )(Brief article)
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Offshore Yachting
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April 1, 2008
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In order to help newcomers to sailboat racing, the International Sailing Federation (ISAF) has produced a one-page set of Introductory Rules for Racing complete with some explanatory diagrams.
The aim of the Introductory Rules for Racing is simple; make it as easy as possible for people to start racing. Consequently, the Introductory Rules are as basic as possible, although they remain compatible with the principles and fundamental rules in the full ISAF Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS).
Initially the Introductory Rules are experimental and ISAF invites organisations involved in race training to apply to trial ...