Part of the RYA Racing series, this new Racing Rules Explained book, which replaces the 2017-2020 version, is the complete guide to understanding the Racing Rules of Sailing, and this format allows for very simple navigation and linking between sections to help you find the information you need. Racing Rules are compulsory for all racing sailors the world over, and this title serves to complement the existing RYA Sail Racing publications, and also to provide adequate explanations, through clear text and diagrams, behind all the Racing Rules. This book is for competitors, race officials and anyone who wishes to increase their knowledge of the Racing Rules. It is comprehensive, with seven sections that contain rules for every competitor: • Fundamental Rules • When Boats Meet • Conduct of a Race • Other Requirements when Racing • Protests, Redress Hearings, Misconduct and Appeals • Entry and Qualifications • Race Organisation This book also references the 2021-2024 case books for World Sailing, RYA, USA and Canada making it the most relevant title available. Written by Trevor Lewis, former Chair of the RYA Racing Committee, a World Sailing International Judge and an acknowledged rules expert. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association

The Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) are revised and published every four years by World Sailing, the international authority for the sport. This pocket guide is a simplified view of the basic racing rules and has been updated to reflect the Racing Rules of Sailing 2021-2024. It is essential reading if you are new to racing and covers the following key areas: Principals When boats meet Penalty turns Propulsion Protesting The race committee For simplicity, this guide does not cover all of the rules and exceptions; sailors are strongly recommended to study the RYA Racing Rules of Sailing (RYA product code YR1) in addition to this publication. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association

The RYA Racing Rules of Sailing is essential reading for racing sailors, club and race officials. The latest edition has been updated to reflect the Racing Rules of Sailing 2025-2028. There have been a number of minor changes but some of the key changes include: • Definitions – there have been changes to mark-room, obstruction, sail the course and the addition of a new definition of continuing obstruction. • Large parts of Part 2, Section C - ‘At Mark and Obstructions’ have changed on – notably to rule 18 giving mark-room and tacking at the zone. • Part 5 Protests, Redress, Hearings and Appeals has been completely re-written. These new rules will apply from January 2025. RYA rule books are the only publications available that contain the RYA's National Prescriptions which are variations to certain areas of the rules and essential for racing in UK waters The RYA have a wide selection of racing books in different formats to support all levels of sail racing, from the basic rules books to more detailed explanations of each rule, cutting edge interactive eBooks, case books, tactics, and coaching. For the 2025-2028 rules cycle we are offering more eBooks and audiobooks of the rules for the first time. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Print equivalent page numbers Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association

The Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) are revised and published every four years by World Sailing, the international authority for the sport. This pocket guide is a simplified view of the basic racing rules and has been updated to reflect the Racing Rules of Sailing 2025-2028. This digital version has been enhanced with videos and rules "pop-ups" to help clarify the rules. It is essential reading if you are new to racing and covers the following key areas: Principals Keep Clear and Giving Room When Boats Meet Turns Penalties Propulsion Protesting and Requesting Redress The Race Committee For simplicity, this guide does not cover all of the rules and exceptions; sailors are strongly recommended to study the Racing Rules of Sailing (code RRS25) in addition to this publication. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. It contains structural and page navigation. Some pages from the print version are not included in the EPUB. Long descriptions are present. Videos contain captions and sounds. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Print equivalent page numbers Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association

The racing rules bible for over 35 years, fully updated for 2021 with the complete rules and increased focus on luffing, leeward marks / gates and finishing. This best-selling guide goes through the key situations that occur repeatedly on the race course, from the point of view of each boat in turn, and explains the rights and obligations of each.