MERLIN ROCKET OPEN MEETING
PWLLHELI SAILING CLUB
2nd and 3rd JUNE 2007

NOTICE OF RACE

Organising Authority
The Organising Authority is Pwllheli Sailing Club (PSC) in association with the Merlin Rocket Class Association.
Competitors should note PSC implements the RYA Racing Charter and competitors are required to undertake to compete in accordance with the Charter.

Rules
Racing will be governed by the 'rules' as defined in the Racing Rules of Sailing 2005-2008.

Registration
Registration will take place in the Race Office on Saturday 2nd June from 11.00 on Official entry forms will be available on the day. The entry fee is £25.00 payable to Pwllheli Sailing Club.

Competitors' Briefing
There will be a competitors' briefing in the small marquee at 12.45 hrs. on Saturday 2nd June.

Race Programme
A four race series is proposed with a discard if 3 or more races are completed.
Race 1 and 2 will be sailed back-to-back on Saturday - first warning signal will be at 13.55.
Race 3 and 4 will be sailed back-to-back on Sunday - first warning signal will be at 09.55

Safety
All competitors shall wear adequate personal buoyancy.
A tally system will operate and both helm and crew will wear tallies worn visibly over clothing on the right wrist whilst afloat.

Disclaimer of Liability
Competitors are entirely responsible for their own safety. It is for competitors to confirm a decision to sail in the prevailing conditions. The provision of patrol boats does not relieve competitors of their responsibilities.
A boat is required to hold adequate insurance and third party liability cover in the sum of at least £2,000,000.