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Saturday 14th December

handicap
systems

The club Race Team can use the following handicap systems:  IRC, YTC and LAH which are explained and compared below.
IRC
YTC
LAH
Stands for:
International Rating Certificate
Yacht Time Correction
Lymington Adjusted Handicap
How does it arrive at a rating:
By detailed information about and measurement of the yacht key data
By less detailed information about and measurement of the yacht basic data
By analysing each boats performance each time it is raced
In other words:
The “Gold Standard” rating ideal for performance yachts
The “IRC Lite” version for cruising yachts that are also raced
A variable system that allows slower and faster boats a more equal chance to do well
Does the rating vary:
Each boat has a rating assuming it will race with a spinnaker and a second “White Sail” rating – see below
The same as IRC
The same as IRC
How transparent is the rating:
Very – all the declared boat data can be found HERE
Very – all the declared boat data can be found HERE
Less so – the rating is performance adjusted by Sailwave software an explanation can be found HERE
Notes:
YTC and LAH are not the same thing
LAH use a start rating for any boat that has not raced – this is the YTC rating but only at the start
Time Correction Factor (TCF or TCC):
The bigger the rating the “faster” the boat.


Corrected Time = Elapsed Time * IRC

An Elapsed Time of 60 minutes gives:
The bigger the rating the “slower” the boat.

Corrected Time = Elapsed Time * 1000 / YTC


An Elapsed Time of 60 minutes gives:
The bigger the rating the “faster” the boat.

Corrected Time = Elapsed Time * LAH


An Elapsed Time of 60 minutes gives:
1.100
01:06:00
1100
00:54:33
1.100
01:06:00
0.900
00:54:00
0900
01:06:40
0.900
00:54:00

Key timings

There will be a staggered start for racers from the Royal Lymington Yacht Club line, warning signal at 0925hrs; finish at the Royal Solent Yacht Club at the latest 1145hrs, before the lifeboats arrive.

If you plan to cruise, meet in the Royal Solent Yacht Club before the start of the Lifeboat demonstration (subject to weather and operational requirements) at approximately 1200hrs.

All crew members are asked to donate at least £1 per head ‘landing fee’ for the RNLI at the exit gate to the pontoons, as are those travelling by ferry - a box will be located at the entrance to the RSYC.

Please note that the harbour will not charge any mooring fees providing you have either a race or cruise ticket.

Lunch at Royal Solent Yacht Club

Lunch should be booked in advance at the Club Office or online.

Presentation at the Royal Solent Yacht Club

There will be a presentation of prizes to the race winners, to commence at approximately 1300hrs. All crews are encouraged to attend, even if not lunching at the RSolYC. Gifts to the Yarmouth and Lymington RNLI crews and the Yarmouth Harbour Master will follow the presentation of the race prizes.

Booking and costs

All entry fees and the landing fee, both racing and cruising, form a direct contribution to our local Lifeboats in Lymington and Yarmouth.

The entry fee for both Racers and Cruisers is £20.00

We ask also that cruisers and those travelling by ferry please complete the attendance form displayed on the noticeboard in the Club foyer.

notice of race and online entry

Entries open
Thursday 1st February
Last date for entry to the series with reduced entry fee
Friday 8th March
Last date for entry to the series
Monday 15th April
Last date for entry to a race
09:00 on Race Day

Important Documents

Welcome to the hub for all crucial documents and updates related to the upcoming regatta. Here, you'll find everything you need to know and prepare for the event. Whether you're a competitor, volunteer, or spectator, these resources are essential for staying informed and engaged throughout the regatta.

Accessing and understanding these resources is vital for a successful and enjoyable regatta experience.

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Participants shall be guided by the RYA document Sailing & Racing in Mixed Households and by the control measures outlined in the Royal Lymington Yacht Club risk assessments for Dinghy Sailing and SUP, Pontoon and On The Water Activities and Clubhouse Operations.

Event Messaging System

In addition to the Official Notice Board, the Organising Authority may send messages to
competitors and support persons via the Event Messaging System, Telegram.
Telegram is similar to WhatsApp but has better privacy (phone numbers are not public), does not limit groups to 150 people and allows new arrivals to see existing messages.

Please download Telegram for your Smart Phone and/or Laptop prior to the event from the links on https://telegram.org

Then join the groups for the Thursday Evening Keelboats Series below by following the links:

Broadcast: Messages from the Organising Authority and Race Committee:

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Event Messaging System

In addition to the Official Notice Board, the Organising Authority may send messages to
competitors and support persons via the Event Messaging System, Telegram.
Telegram is similar to WhatsApp but has better privacy (phone numbers are not public), does not limit groups to 150 people and allows new arrivals to see existing messages.

Please download Telegram for your Smart Phone and/or Laptop prior to the event from the links on https://telegram.org

Then join the groups for the Thursday Evening Keelboats Series below by following the links:

Broadcast: Messages from the Organising Authority and Race Committee:

Join Here

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The Royal Lymington Yacht Club has a full fixture list with racing for all every week. Boats from Yarmouth regularly join us to swell the number of boats coming to the start line.

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