New Rules = New Rule Books
by Jeremy Atkins, Fernhurst Books 10 Oct 2016 10:07 BST
10 October 2016
The most frequent conversations at the sailing club bar relate to:
- How unlucky it was that others got that windshift which I didn't
- What mast rake & rig tension each boat has
- Who was in the right (and wrong) after an incident on the water
Last month, Fernhurst Books published two books to help with the first two issues:
Wind Strategy by David Houghton & Fiona Campbell and
Tuning to Win by Ian Pinnell.
Now it is time to turn to the third issue: the rules. With the new Racing Rules of Sailing coming into force on 1st January, it is amazing how unsure many of us are on the current rules, let alone the new ones.
Now is your chance to get ahead of the game!
The two new rules books from Fernhurst Books are available for pre-order now. Publishing on 6th December, they will arrive in plenty of time for Christmas and well before the new rules come into force.
The Rules in Practice 2017-2020 has been the racing rules bible for over 30 years. It takes you through the key situations that occur repeatedly on the race course showing, from the point of view of each boat in turn, what you may, must, or cannot do. The latest rule changes are highlighted, along with their impact on you as a sailor.
In addition to Bryan Willis' clear and expert commentary, this book helpfully contains the new Racing Rules of Sailing in full, with all the Appendices, all for only a little more cost than a copy of the racing rules alone!
Racing Rules Companion is ideal for those sailors who can't be bothered with the fine detail that is in The Rules in Practice, but want a better understanding of the key rules.
This handy reference guide summarises the basic principles, definitions and rules, and then covers every aspect of the race. Put simply, every racing sailor should have a copy!
Splash-proof and spiral bound, this little companion stands up to frequent use and serves as a great aide-memoire that will fit into your pocket or kit bag.
Both books are by Bryan Willis, a leading authority on the rules of yacht and dinghy racing. He has been chairman of the jury and chief umpire for some of the most prestigious sailing events in the world, including the America's Cup and Olympic Games. He served on the International Sailing Federation (now World Sailing) Racing Rules Committee for over 25 years.
Both books are available for pre-order now from www.fernhurstbooks.com and will be stocked in all good bookshops, websites and chandleries.
Order now and get ahead of the game!