MANDATORY ACTION
Handheld VHF - ALL BOATS
Fixed VHF - All Cowes Torquay Cowes Boats
Life Raft - All Cowes Torquay Cowes Boats
Offshore Flare Pack - All Cowes Torquay Cowes Boats
Coastal Flare Pack - All Boats Except Cowes Torquay Cowes Boats (unless doing RTI)
NB:Whilst the rules for liferafts, flares and VHF change between classes for CTC and RTI, competitors are advised to default to the higher standard at all times.
Propulsion Units - Can consist of a main engine and auxillary engine of lesser power.
Maximum Speed - Measured by a GPS device provided by the BPRC, overspeed penalties TBC in Race Instructions.
Hull Length - Must be measured between perpendiculars of the external moulded length of the boat, taken at the extreme bow and the interface between the hull and bracket/engine. Hull extensions added to the bow and/or any extending parts, rubbing strakes, fenders, stabilizing trim tabs and rudder assemblies are not to be included in the measured length. Refer to Rule 501.01.
Mandatory Actions - Whilst the rules for liferafts, flares and VHF change between classes for CTC and RTI, competitors are advised to default to the higher standard at all times.