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Protest Conclusions

Conclusions for protests

Rule 21.3 Failed to Keep Clear While Moving Astern or Sideways by Backing Sail

Wording

While moving [astern] [sideways to windward] through the water by backing a sail, X failed to keep clear of Y, and broke RRS 21.3.

Applicable scenarios

  • Boat moving astern or sideways by backing sail fails to keep clear

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Rule 21.3
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