Sailing

Change to sailing instructions for racing 8th November 2026

Notice to All Competitors: Sailing Instruction Changes for November 8th

Please be aware of the supplementary sailing instructions in effect for racing on November 8th, 2026. Full details are available in the official document: "SWSC 2026 Supplementary Sailing Instructions 8-11-2026.pdf".

Here are the key changes to note for this Sunday:

  • Remembrance Silence (SI 5.2): There will be a 2-minute silence at 11:00, with sound signals marking the beginning and end. No competitor boats may launch until 11:02.
  • Laps: (SI 8.2): This instruction is removed; competitors are no longer required to sail through the start/finish line each lap.
  • Fleet Flags (SI 6.1): The Club Fleet (boats competing in club racing) will use Flag G. The Topper Open Fleet (all 5.3 and 4.2 Toppers) will use Flag J.

Please ensure you read these changes in conjunction with the standard 2026 General Sailing Instructions.