S FOR EVENT ORGANIZERS As an event Organizer, can I classify one class in my clubs regatta or evening race series as being Category “A”, and another “C”?
Yes, a Club or organizing authority can stipulate that boats, which are, designated category “A” or Category “C” shall compete as their designated categories. What wording should we use in the NOR and Sailing Instructions? Notice of Regatta and Entry Form: 1Events limited to either Category “A” boats (No Advertising) “This Invitational (or Club) Regatta is designated Advertising Category “A”.” “This Regatta is designated Category “A” for yachts so classified by their class, rating system or national authority; and is designated Category “C” for yachts so classified by their class, rating system, national or international authority.” Sailing Instructions: 1Protests “Protests for any violation of the ISAF Advertising Code will be heard in compliance with section 20.9 of the Code.” What will be the impact if a club/organizing authority decides to designate an event as only Category “A”? Certain classes and fleets designated as Category “C” may not compete unless they do so in without adve
