'Learn The Racing Rules'


 
'Learn The Racing Rules' is an all-new two-part DVD set by David Dellenbaugh that explains the 2009-2012 Racing Rules of Sailing.  ORDER

The best way to understand the rules is by watching real race scenarios while listening to expert commentary. That's exactly what you'll get in this two-part DVD set! Using live sailing demonstrations, racing footage and computer-animated boats, top racer and coach David Dellenbaugh explains the rules you need to know for racing around the buoys.Each part of Learn the Racing Rules includes the text of all definitions and rules discussed, plus extensive references to relevant appeals cases. The new version is completely new and 20% longer than the old version.

Part 1: The Basic Right-of-Way Rules explains the essential rules that apply when boats meet on the race course. It covers port-starboard, windward-leeward, clear ahead and tacking too close, plus general limitations on these rules such  as changing course, avoiding contact, sailing above a proper course and changes in the right of way. Approx. 65 minutes

Part 2: Rules at Marks and Obstructions explains the often-confusing rules that apply whenever you approach a mark or obstruction. It covers barging, the zone, mark-room, room at windward marks, seamanlike vs. tactical roundings, jibing at a mark, continuing obstructions and hailing for room to tack at obstructions. Approx. 75 minutes

Together they offer a great way for any sailor to gain confidence about racing under the current rules.
LTRR is part of the North U Race & Win Series. It's presented by North U, North Sails and US Sailing.

Price: $60  (10% discount for current Speed & Smarts subscribers)  ORDER