The 2000 CYC Racebook contains the sailing instructions for all CYC races, including PSSR and PSSC. The Leukemia Cup will have separate sailing instructions. It also serves as the Notice of Race for CYC races. Several registration forms have been included with each copy of the racebook.
The 2000 Racebook has several changes from previous years. You will notice that the yearly race fee structure has changed along with some of the marks. In addition, you will find changes in the sailing instructions.
The yearly race fee structure has changed to a format that groups races into packages. This was designed to group certain boats into the same regattas to increase attendance for each class and boat type and to save the club resources from regattas that are not widely attended. You should consult with your local fleet to determine which package your fleet will want to register for. In addition, if less then 10 boats have registered for a race by the deadline the race will be cancelled and the entry fees refunded. When a race is cancelled due to a lack of registered boats, those who registered will be notified by the club manager and, if possible, it will be posted on the web site. Racers who purchase a package will receive a refund at the end of the season of $9 for each race that is cancelled due to lack of registered boats.
Temporary marks "Z" and "U" have been added as leeward marks and there is a new mark for the Pully Point Race.
The sailing instructions have been updated for today’s sailing scenarios. Of particular interest is the restriction of the finish line and the use of time-on-distance for Puget Sound races. Wednesday nights will use a three minute starting sequence. On the lake, the Nelson Point race has been made an optional course for the Spring Regatta.
The format for the Leukemia Cup has changed to encourage the fun and socializing part of racing. A greater focus will be on fundraising and getting new people into sailing.
The odometer has turned on our calendar and it is a great time to come out and bring new people into sailing. CYC is committed to racing at its best. Please make a commitment to bring new people out on the summer races and encourage them to become members of the club. Corinthian Yacht Club hosts more races in a year than any other yacht club in the world and it is the best place to introduce your friends and family to sailing.
This is your club and all suggestions and volunteers are welcome.
Have a great 2000 race season and remember to always have fun while sailing.
Chuck Skewes
Fleet Captain - Race