RULE CHANGES 2009

The following five proposed changes are housekeeping. They are considered minor and have no effect on performance. The rule changes 1, 2, 3 and 4 are clarifying questions from measurers. Rule change 5 provides a more practicable solution to centreboard slot wear.

The rule changes have been approved by the World Council. They are now referred to all members of the ILCA for acceptance. The rule changes also have to be approved by the International Sailing Federation (ISAF). In this process some minor rewording can occur without changing the principle.

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Voting closes on 1st September 2009

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Your Votes

1. Rule 13 - Self Bailer

Modify rule 13 to add the following sentence:

The builder supplied o-rings may be substituted with non builder-supplied alternatives provided the basic function of the bailer is unchanged.

EXPLANATION: A common sailor complaint centres on the maintenance of the o-rings responsible for the proper operation of the self bailer. In particular they seem to need frequent replacement and often sailors can not easily find builder supplied replacements.

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2. Rule 3(f) Outhaul

Modify rule 3(f)(v) to add the following sentence:

The blocks in this rule may also be attached to the gooseneck with a bolt or a pin.

EXPLANATION: Rule 3(a)(vi) currently reads:- "When an optional block or shock cord is attached to a fitting, line, mast, boom or the sail, it may be attached either with or without a shackle, clips, balls, hooks and/or a tie line." This makes it illegal to bolt the blocks using the hole in the gooseneck. The use of a bolt or a pin at the gooseneck is similar to using a shackle and is more readily available.

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3. Rule 3(b) Control lines and fittings

Add new rule 3(b)(xii):

Reference points (marks) may be placed on the deck, spars and ropes.

EXPLANATION: The inclusion of specific wording removes any doubt about legality.

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4. Rule 26 Repairs and maintenance

Add new rule: 26(f):

The use of lubricants is unrestricted except that they shall not be used on the hull (below the gunwhales).

EXPLANATION: The inclusion of specific wording removes any doubt about legality.

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5. Rule 14 Centreboard

Modify rule 14(d) to deregulate the tape material as follows:

One layer of general purpose self adhesive plastic tape (includes duct and gaffer tape) any material of maximum 2mm thickness and of a maximum size of 30mm x 30mm may be applied at the top front corner of the centreboard case.

EXPLANATION: This was originally introduced so that sailors can protect the gel coat in what is normally a high wear point of the boat. Sailors have found that it is not easy to find a general purpose tape that will last very long. One example of a material that is durable is the loop side of self adhesive tape Velcro.

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