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RS400 Class OPEN MEETING
VENUE: Racing to be held at sea or on the Tyne Estuary, depending upon conditions. Access to the water from Priors Haven, Tynemouth, on the north bank of the Tyne Estuary adjacent to Tynemouth Castle. Changing and refreshment facilities available in the Clubhouse.
PROGRAMME:
- 6 races programmed over the two days.
- First race on Saturday Start at 2.00 pm. 2nd & 3rd races to follow (back to back).
- Sunday’s racing to start at 11.00am. 2 further races to follow (back to back).
TIDES: High Water at 15:49hrs on Saturday June 17th and 16:32hrs on Sunday June 18th
RACING RULES: The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined in The Racing Rules of Sailing 2021-2024 and the Sailing Instructions (SI’s). In the event of any inconsistencies between this NOR and the SI’s; the SI’s will prevail. The (30%) Exoneration Penalty and Arbitration of RRS Appendix T will be available to competitors. See official Notice Board for details.
ENTRY & REGISTRATION: Enter on line via Tynemouth SC website. Late entry will be available on arrival in the TSC Clubhouse. Sailing Instructions will be provided on registration in TSC Clubhouse, Priors Haven, Tynemouth on June 17th Entry Fee: £45.00 per boat
Sailing Instructions will be provided on registration.
MAX NUMBER ENTRIES: We have capped entry to 35 boats at present.
BRIEFING: There will be a briefing in the clubhouse at 12.00 pm on Saturday June 17th.
COURSES: Racing on Windward-Leeward courses at sea or alternatively Harbour Courses in adverse weather conditions.
SCORING: If 4 or more races are sailed, one result may be discarded. Scoring as per Appendix A low point.
INSURANCE: Each boat shall have 3rd Party insurance to a sum of not less than £2,000,000.
APRES SAIL: Social is still TBC but bar will be open Friday and Saturday evening with food on the Saturday.
Enquiries: neil_schof@hotmail.com (TSC 400’s rep) or howard.steavenson@gmail.com