There is a definition of what constitutes a “Race”. IIRC it is in one of the appendices to the RRS, and it requires a sponsoring organization that is part of the “national authority”.
From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List Sent: Saturday, September 22, 2018 11:56 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Matthew L. Wolford <wolf...@erie.net> Subject: Re: Stus-List Colregs question for boats not in an organized race Based on a quick review, I did not see a provision expressly limiting the scope of the Rules to only official races affiliated with a national authority (although this is implied). To the contrary, Section 3.1 simply provides “By participating or intending to participate in a race conducted under these rules, each competitor and boat owner agrees to accept these rules.” Interesting question if the Rules apply where two skippers familiar with them decide to participate in an informal race.
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