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E.        SAFETY

E.1.      RIGHTING

The crew shall be able to demonstrate their capability to re-right the boat.

E.2.      SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Minimum mandatory equipment to be on board :

If a paddle is required in the Notice of Race, then it shall be suited for its purpose, with a min. blade of 140 x 250 mm and min overall length of 1m.

1 towing line 15m long and 6mm diameter minimum,

1 re-righting line 4m long and 10mm of diameter minimum,

2 lifejackets (conforming to the rules in force).

E.3.      BALLAST AND WEIGHT JACKETS

Ballast on the boat or worn by the crew is prohibited.

E.4.      STEERING COMPASS

There shall be not less than 1 fixed steering compass.

E.5.      COMPLIMENTARY ARRANGEMENTS

REDUCTION OF SAIL AREA

If specified in the Notice of Race, the organizers may require the following complementary equipment :

- mainsail equipped with reefing points not less than 1000mm from the foot.

- the jib to be mounted on a furling device

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Last update : 2010-02-03