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Protest Conclusions

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Rule 18.3 Applies After Tacking in the Zone

Wording

After X passed head to wind from port to starboard tack inside the zone, RRS 18.3 applied between her and Y, who was on starboard tack and fetching the mark.

Applicable scenarios

  • Boat tacks inside the zone onto starboard while another starboard-tack boat is fetching the mark

Notes

  • If applicable, add RRS 18.3(a) or 18.3(b).

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Rule 18.3
Previous wordingRule F2.18.2(a)(2) Not Overlapped Not in Zone (Appendix F)Next wordingRule 18.3(a) Caused Boat Above Close-Hauled