Notice of Race
J/22 Southwest Circuit ,
October 04-05, 2008
2008 Leukemia Cup Regatta - J/22 S.W. Circuit Regatta J/22 Southwest District
Austin Yacht Club - LLS, and J/22 Southwest District cordially invite you to attend the J/22 2008 Southwest Circuit Regatta to be held Oct 4, 2008 through Oct 5, 2008. This is a five race regatta with the option for a sixth race for J/22 Sailboats. This is the 5th regatta in the J/22 Southwest Circuit.
Rules: The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined by the 2005-2008 Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) and is designated Category C as restricted by IJ22CA rule 2.9.8 (a). The same crew and the same three class sails must be used during the entire regatta. Substitutions can only be made with the written approval of the Protest Committee or Chief Judge. Boats (including rudders) may not be removed from the water during the regatta without the approval of the Protest Committee or Chief Judge. Sailing instructions will be distributed at registration.
Eligibility: J/22 Class yachts in compliance with class rules will be scored. In accordance with the J/22 Southwest District Notice of Circuit, boats without a valid measurement certificate or whose teams exceed the crew weight limit of 275kg in Class rule 8.9 may participate and be scored in this regatta, but their regatta finish shall not be kept for purposes of scoring in the Southwest District Circuit. Skippers/Owners must show current J/22 Class cards and USSA membership cards to be eligible to race.
Location: The regatta will be held J/22 Southwest District.
Fees :The entry fee is $179.00 at registration. To be eligible for pre-registration, a completed registration form must be sent by online registration before Jul. 30, 2008. Online registration is available on the SW District website at www.j22southwest.org. All registration fees are payable prior to 9:00 AM on Oct 4 2008. Entry fee includes Welcome reception Friday evening, after race refreshments Saturday and two tickets for dinner Saturday night..
Scoring:Five races are scheduled of which two shall be completed to constitute a series. No races will be discarded this changes Appendix A2.
Inspection & Measurements: All participants are subject to inspection and measurement at any time during the regatta. The Race Committee may, at its discretion, inspect any yacht in order to confirm compliance with the prescribed class rules concerning construction and measurements, safety rules when racing, crew prohibition and restrictions when racing. Class royalty tags must be present on all sails.
Launching: AYC has two boat ramps. Volunteers will be available to help launching and hauling. If your trailing is not ramp compatible, we will be able to use the work area hoist to swap your boat to a local J/22 trailer for launching or retrieving.
| Schedule: | Friday |
Oct. 3, 2008 | 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. | Registration |
Saturday |
Oct. 4, 2008 | 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. | Registration | |
| 10:15 a.m. | Skippers Meeting | |||
| 11:30 a.m. | First Signal, up to 4 races to follow. 4 th Race option must be agreed upon by the Current Pro and Local Fleet Representative. (A Class Flag will not be made after 5:00 PM) |
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Sunday |
Oct, 5, 2008 | 9:00 a.m. | First Signal. A Class Flag will not be made after 1:00 PM |
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Accommodations:
Information on area lodging can be found HERE
Directions:
Contact: For additional information contact
For additional information contact AYC at 512-266-1336 or email bob@austinyachtclub.net. Additional information may also be posted on the AYC website under the Events page at www.austinyachtclub.net.