Farr 40, Melges 32, Mumm 30 and Etchells classes will sail three days. All other classes sail Saturday and Sunday.
ORGANIZING AUTHORITY: Sail Newport
1 RULES
1.1 The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined in The Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS).
1.2 Class Rules which might prohibit the use of VHF radios while racing are waived for the duration of this event for the purpose of receiving Race Committee broadcasts on VHF Channels that will be assigned to each circle. Competitors are advised to monitor those channels.
1.3 Advertising is subject to the restriction of ISAF Regulation 20 of the RRS. Boats qualifying for Category “C” Advertising are strongly urged to refrain from displaying advertisements for products or services that compete with event sponsors.
1.4 For the Melges 32 Class: The weights and total combined crew weight of each crew including the skipper will be determined prior to racing to ensure compliance with Class Rules.
2 ELIGIBILITY
2.1 The Coastal Living Newport Regatta is open to all eligible sailboats in the following classes:
One-Design: Swan 42, Farr 40*, Melges 32*, Mumm 30*, J105, J24, Etchells*, Shields, Melges 24, Vanguard 15, Club 420, Jet 14, J22, Laser II, Sunfish, Laser, Laser Radial, 210, 110 (Atlantic Coast Championship), 505, Laser 4.7, Sunfish, F-18, RS K6 and Buccaneer.
2.2 A minimum of twelve boats shall be required for any one-design class start. The Organizing Authority reserves the right to accept entries that may not satisfy these requirements.
2.3 If minimum class entry requirement is not satisfied, classes may be consolidated into a mixed fleet to expedite racing.
3 ENTRY PROCEDURE
Entries for keelboats and dinghies will be accepted through the online registration at www.sailnewport.org. Entry fees are listed online on the regatta website. Dinghy classes may register on-site on Saturday, July 12 from 0800 until 0900 but a $10 dinghy late entry fee will apply. Dinghy classes include: Sunfish, Laser, Laser Radial, Laser 4.7, Laser II, Club 420, Vanguard 15, F-18, RS K6 and Buccaneer. Entry is not considered complete unless accompanied by the appropriate entry fee and all crew have completed a Crew Waiver by the time of sailing (available at www.sailnewport.org). For those who do not have internet access, entry forms are available from the Sail Newport Regatta Office. A $50 late entry fee will be charged for all non-dinghy entries received after July 7, 2008. No entry will be accepted after Friday, July 11, 2008 at 1100 for the Swan 42, Farr 40, Melges 32, Mumm 30 and Etchells classes. No entry for any other keelboat will be accepted after Friday, July 11, 2008 at 1900. Entry fee is refundable (minus a $30 handling fee) if notice of cancellation is received and confirmed by Sail Newport by July 9, 2008.
4 EVENT HEADQUARTERS
Race Headquarters will be the Sail Newport Sailing Center (SNSC) located in Fort Adams State Park in Newport, RI. The Hospitality Tent will be located next to the Mule Barn. Social events and awards will be held in the Hospitality Tent.
5 REGISTRATION / MANDATORY CHECK-IN
5.1 Registration / Mandatory Check-In for the Swan 42, Farr 40, Melges 32, Mumm 30 and Etchells Classes only will take place in the Mule Barn on Thursday, July 10 from 1600 until 1900 and on Friday, July 11, from 0900 until 1100. Registration/mandatory Check-In for all other classes will take place in the Mule Barn on Friday, July 11 from 1600 until 1900.
5.2 Boats failing to Check-In during these times will not be scored.
6 WAIVER OF LIABILITY
Registration for the event is online through the Sail Newport website: www.sailnewport.org. Each skipper shall complete online registration which includes a Skipper Waiver in order to participate in the event. With the exception of single-handed boats, every other boat must also complete a Crew Waiver for every crew member that will sail on the boat throughout the event. The Crew Waiver is also online and must be completed personally by each crew member prior to sailing. If a crew member or skipper is under the age of 18 years-old, a parent or legal guardian must complete the online Minor Waiver available on the Sail Newport website. Both the Crew Waiver and the Minor Waiver are also available as printable documents on the Sail Newport website for review and/or submission on paper. For those who do not have internet access, computers are available in the lobby of the Sail Newport Main Office during office hours. For Dinghies registering late on Saturday, July 12, 2008, each skipper will be required to sign a paper Skipper Waiver and all crew members must sign a paper Crew Waiver which will be available at Registration. Individuals who are unable to access the online forms or website may contact Sail Newport for printable registration forms and Crew and Minor Waivers. Failure to comply with the aforementioned registration requirements shall invalidate a boat’s entry.
7 RACING
Racing will be held on Narragansett Bay and Rhode Island Sound. The Coastal Living Newport Regatta Race Committee will divide the classes into appropriate divisions for optimum racing. Each race course and the number of daily races will be determined by the Race Committee on each circle based upon weather conditions. It is the intent of the Organizing Authority and Race Committee to conduct as many races as practical on each day of racing.
8 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, July 10
1600 – 1900 Swan 42, Farr 40, Melges 32, Mumm 30 and Etchells Registration Deadline (in Mule Barn)
Friday, July 11
0900 – 1100 Friday Racing Classes Late Reg. Deadline / Check-In.
1300 First Signal Swan 42, Farr 40, Melges 32, Mumm 30 and Etchells
1600 – 1900 Registration/Check-In for all other classes
1700 – 2000 Welcome Reception, After Race Social
Saturday, July 12
0800 – 0900 Check-In / Late Registration Deadline
1100 First Signal, All Classes
1700 – 2000 Competitors’ Party at Mule Barn Hospitality Tent
Sunday, July 13
1100 First Signal, All Classes
After Racing Awards Ceremony and Competitors’ Reception
9 SCORING
9.1 RRS A4 Low Point Scoring System will apply. A minimum of three races shall constitute a series. A boat’s worst finish may be discarded after a class has completed eight races. Two races may be discarded if a class completes sixteen or more races.
9.2 For the Melges 32 Class: RRS A4 Low Point Scoring System will apply. The regatta shall not consist of more than eight completed races, with one discard if eight races are completed.
10 ALTERNATE PENALTIES
RRS 44.1 shall apply to all classes except those whose class rules will not allow it or as otherwise described in the Sailing Instructions. Boats exercising this option must report taking a penalty to the Race Committee at the end of the race involved.
11 PRIZES
The number of prizes awarded will be based on class turnout in each class for the series. Appeals from the decisions of the Protest Committee will not affect the awarding of prizes. The Dr. Robin Wallace Trophy will be presented to the outstanding boat of the weekend as determined by the Organizing Authority. A Sportsmanship Trophy may be presented to a sailor nominated by the Race Committee to the team that best exemplifies sportsmanship.
12 SAILING INSTRUCTIONS
12.1 Sailing Instructions will be available online, at the Hospitality Tent or in the Mule Barn during Registration/Check-In.
12.2 Any questions concerning the Sailing Instructions must be submitted in writing to the attention of the Race Committee and delivered to Event Headquarters located in the Sail Newport Main Office. Written responses will be posted on the Official Notice Board located in the Hospitality Tent.
13 PERSONAL FLOTATION
13.1 The wearing of personal flotation shall be subject to class rules and is highly recommended for all competitors.
13.2 For the Vanguard 15, C420, Laser II, Laser, Laser Radial, Laser 4.7 and Sunfish Classes: each competitor must wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved PFD, properly secured at all times, from the time the boat leaves the dock to the time the boat returns to the dock, unless when temporarily adding or removing clothing. Wet suits, dry suits and inflatable PFDs do not constitute adequate personal buoyancy.
14 FACILITIES
Sail Newport has dry-sailing facilities with ramp, hoists, ginpole, water, power, and limited dockage/rafting available for competitors on a first-come, first-served basis.
------------ Swan 42, Farr 40, Melges 32, Mumm 30 and Etchells boats must be in the water by 1130, Friday, July 11, and remain in the water for the duration of the Regatta.
------------ Other keelboat classes using the Sail Newport hoists, must be in the water by 2000, Friday, July 11, and remain in the water for the duration of the Regatta. Requests to haul-out during the series shall be submitted in writing to the attention of the Organizing Authority and delivered to Event Headquarters located in the Sail Newport Main Office.
------------ Classes designated as dry-sailing fleets may make arrangements for land storage of these boats at Sail Newport upon arrival.
------------ Free Dockage/Rafting is available at Sail Newport's Alofsin Piers at the owner’s risk and as space is available on a first-come, first-served basis for the keelboat classes. Please bring sufficient dock lines and extra fenders.
------------ Overnight dockage for the Swan 42, Farr 40 and Mumm 30 fleets may be available at a regatta rate at the Newport Shipyard (401-846-6000).
------------ Participants may make their own arrangements for commercial moorings or dockage. For dockage call Goat Island Marina (401-849-5655), Newport Yachting Center (401-846-1600) or Casey’s Marina (401-848-5945). For moorings call Oldport Marine at (401-847-9109) or the Newport Harbormaster (401-845-5815).
------------ Please Note: There is a transient storage fee for boats arriving at Sail Newport before Thursday, July 10, 2008. There is also an additional transient storage fee for any boat staying beyond Monday, July 14 at 1700. Boat storage before or beyond regatta dates must be pre-arranged with Sail Newport. Special weekly and monthly transient rates are also available. Please call (401) 846-1983 or email Vinnie Pattavina for a reservation if you would like to make arrangements to arrive before July 10 or stay beyond July 14 at 1700.
15 IDENTIFICATION
15.1 A Coastal Living Newport Regatta wristband is required for entrance into the Hospitality Tent during the competitors’ parties. Vouchers for wristbands are included in the registration packets for each skipper and a designated amount for crew as included in the registration fee. The vouchers will be in each boat's registration package that will be delivered during Check-In. Vouchers may be exchanged only by the individual, for a wristband at registration and in the Hospitality Tent during socials. Each individual must present a valid photo ID to receive bracelet. Competitors who fail to shown a photo ID or who are under 21 may not be granted admission to the regatta tent. The ID wristband includes entrance to the Friday, Saturday and Sunday socials.
15.2 Competitors who are under the age of 21 may not be allowed in the Hospitality Tent.
15.3 Additional ID wristbands are available to purchase for $30 each.
16 TELEVISION AND PHOTOGRAPHERS’ RIGHTS
Competitors and parents of minors give absolute right and permission for video footage or photographs of themselves and/or their boat to be published in any media for publicity, editorial or advertising purposes.
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