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Appendix WF — Wingfoiling Racing Rules

When stated in the notice of race, wingfoiling course races shall be sailed under The Racing Rules of Sailing as changed by this appendix. The term ‘boat’ elsewhere in the rules means ‘wingfoil’ or ‘boat’ as appropriate.

Note: Rules for other wingfoiling competitions (such as Freestyle, Wave, Big Air, Speed) are not included in this appendix

Version 3.0 January 2025

WF4-42

PROPULSION

Rule 42 is changed to:

WF4-42.1: Basic Rule

Except when permitted in rule 42.2, a wingfoil shall compete by using only the wind and water to increase, maintain or decrease her speed.

WF4-42.2: Exceptions

(a) A wingfoil may be propelled by unassisted actions of the competitor on the hull.
(b) A competitor may swim, walk or paddle while capsized, provided that the wingfoil does not gain a significant advantage in the race.
(c) Any means of propulsion may be used to help a person or another vessel in danger.

Rule WF4

Rule 42 is changed to: Except when permitted in rule 42.2 , a wingfoil shall compete by using only the wind and water to increase, maintain or decrease her spee...

Rule WF4-44

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