The rules book: The 1985-88 International Yacht Racing Rules explained [Paperback]

Eric Twiname (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: 1985

This bestselling pocket-sized racing rules book is unique in covering the rules by race situation. It explains the rules affecting each part of the race course, from the start line, round the marks and on to the finish line. The entire 2009-2012 racing rules are included in this edition. This book is ideal for all racers because the rules are explained by race situation, using helpful diagrams to show the rules that apply all around the race course. The rules are graded for all levels of competition - club, national and international championship. This unique method of presentation has proved extremely popular with racers over nine editions 'Every racing skipper, helmsman and navigator should have a copy' Seahorse 'A must for anyone who races, at any level' Sailing 'Presents an undeniably complex subject in a logical, easily followed format' SAIL

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'Although intended for racers...is an interesting read for those of us who sit bemused at seeing the occasional class racing on TV' Cruising (September 2009) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Bryan Willis has been a member of the ISAF Racing Rules Committee for over 25 years. He has been appointed to 5 Olympic Juries and chaired the International Jury at the Sydney 2000 Olympics. He has been involved in 6 America's Cup regattas as Rules Advisor, Chief Umpire and Jury Chairman, and was Jury Chairman and Chief Umpire for the America's Cup in Valencia in 2007. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 170 pages
• Publisher: Hearst Marine Books; 3rd edition (1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0688057128
• ISBN-13: 978-0688057121
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,867,519 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars easy to follow, June 21, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: The Rules Book (Paperback)

First off, this book presents an undeniably complexed subject in a logical, easily followed format. It's really quite remarkable the amount of information it holds. I think every racing skipper, helmsmann and navigator should have a copy. The diagrams and bi-lines leave no questions to be asked. i highly recommend it for those who intend to race at any level.