We have looked at the interpretation of rule 18 in previous posts. Here the ISAF are making changes to avoid dangerous tactics that were resulting from the new rule. Rule 18.2(c) will be changed to prohibit a newly discovered and potentially dangerous tactic that was an unintended consequence of the current wording of this rule….
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When does the new Rule 18 NOT apply?
When one boat is approaching the mark and one is leaving it. In this situation, even if the boats are within the Zone, the boat leaving the mark does not need to give room to the one approaching the mark. Normal rules of the road apply. If a mark is also a continuing obstruction, Rule…
