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For the Royal Langkawi International Regatta (RLIR 2018)
8th to 13th January 2018
The Regatta organizer wishes to mention to all participants that the underlying aim of the event is to provide competitive and enjoyable racing for all crews, irrespective of the design or vintage of their yachts.
The Regatta is organized by the RLIR 2018 Organizing Committee in conjunction with the Malaysian Sailing Association (MSA – National Authority) under the patronage of the Royal Langkawi Yacht Club.
Enquiries and entries should be addressed to:
Regatta Secretariat
Royal Langkawi International Regatta,
Jalan Dato Syed Omar, 07000 Kuah, Langkawi,
Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia.
Tel. +60 4 966 4078 Fax. +60 4 966 5078
[email protected]
Where a conflict arises the Sailing Instructions will take precedence, followed by this Notice of Race, then other rules listed above. (This changes Rule 63.7)
The Regatta will have the following classes. The Race Committee (RC) may split classes into divisions. A minimum of 5 yachts is required to constitute a class or division. If less than the required minimum entrants are received the RC may join two classes. The RC reserves the rightto adjust the eligibility criteria and / or reallocation of yachts in the interests of fair competition. The determination of eligibility criteria and the allocation of yachts to particular classes or divisions shall not be grounds for protest or redress.
Monohull keelboats with a current valid IRC certificate.
As specified above, Race Committee may split this class into:
Multihull (catamaran and trimaran) yachts of a size and condition acceptable to the Race Committee.
As specified above, the Race Committee may split this class into:
Boats will be allocated a base handicap by the race committee based on the principals of the OMR Rating System. A boat’s rating may be adjusted after each race, based on her performance in that race, her base rating and the series to date.
Monohull keelboats (Using the RLIR Regatta Performance System)
As specified above, the Race Committee may split this class into:
One Design Class of more than 5 boats may apply to the Race Committee for their own class or division status. Applications should be made in writing prior to 10th December 2017.
Participating yachts shall comply with the World Sailing Special Regulations for inshore racing. All yachts may be subjected to inspection at any point during the regatta, and their entry may be refused or withdrawn in the interests of safety.
The IRC Handicap Rules 2017 Parts A, B and C will apply to Racing and IRC Classes.
For the purposes of IRC Rule 21.1.5(d), this is a regatta run on consecutive days (so the sails on board shall remain the same throughout). IRC Rule 22.4.2 shall not apply. There will be no limitations on crew number or weight except as required for boats rated as one design, which shall comply with IRC Rule 22.4.1.
The current QCYC OMR Rule will apply to Multihull.
Boats in the Club Classes will be allocated a TCF by the Race Committee based on the entry information provided by the yacht’s owner at time of entry.
Yachts in the Open/Cruising Multihull class, or, if the Multihull Class is not split as provided in Clause 2, yachts in the Multihull class, will be allocated a TCF by the Race Committee.
IRC, and OMR Certificates: Competitors wishing to enter a class, which requires a current valid IRC, OMR or certificate, shall provide a copy of their certificate with the entry form. Those competitors entering via the website, shall forward a copy of their certificate to the Regatta Office prior to 9th January 2018. No alteration in boat’s TCC will be permitted after this date, except as a result of rating protest, or to correct rating office errors. Competitors are responsible for obtaining copies of certificates from the relevant issuing authority.
The original or a certified true copy of any required Rating Certificate shall be presented for inspection at the Regatta office no later than 24 hours prior to the Warning Signal of the first race.
An official IRC measurer will be present during the event to check new sails and modifications and may, at his discretion, require any yacht in any class/division to be inspected. Any yachts requiring measurement shall notify the Regatta office by 0800 on 9th January 2018.
All charges and fees incurred by a yacht in obtaining or modifying Rating Certificates shall be borne by the yacht owner.
4.1 RRS 44.1 is changed so that the Two-Turns Penalty is replaced by the One-Turn Penalty.
4.2 An International Jury will be appointed for the Regatta. Decisions of the [international jury will be final as provided in RRS 70.5.
5.1 For all classes, a minimum of 2 completed races is required to constitute a series.
5.2 Maximum of ten (10) races are scheduled for all classes. When 5 or more have been completed, a boat’s series score will be the total of her race scores excluding her worst score.
The Prime Minister’s Challenge Trophy
Will be presented to the yacht with the lowest score for the series, competing in Racing Class and that yacht will be declared the overall winner of the The Prime Minister’s Challenge Trophy.
The LADA–IRC Challenge Trophy
Will be presented to the yacht with the lowest score for the series competing in IRC 1 class and that yacht will be declared the winner of the 2018 LADA IRC Challenge Trophy
The Malaysian Multihull Challenge Cup
Will be presented to the yacht with the lowest score for the series competing in Multihull Racing class and that yacht will be declared the winner of the 2018 Malaysian Multihull Challenge Cup.
The RLYC Commodore’s Challenge Cup
Will be presented to the yacht with the lowest score for the series competing in Club Cruising class and that yacht will be declared the winner of the 2018 RLYC Commodore’s Challenge Cup.
Where a class has been divided into divisions the RLIR Organizing Authority and its sponsors will award trophies, in each class and division, for:
A special award in memory of the Founder Chairman and First Commodore Tunku Tan Sri Abdullah will be presented for the best team in sportsmanship, both on water and land in the 2018 Regatta.
Standard Fee
Yacht entry fee: RM1,700.00 inclusive of boat and skipper’s fee
Additional crew member entry fee: RM800.00 per crew
Early Bird Offer (Paid on or before 30 November 2017)
Yacht entry fee: RM1,200.00 inclusive of boat and skipper’s fee
Additional crew member entry fee: RM500.00 per crew
Multihull and White Sails
Yacht entry fee: RM1,300 inclusive of boat, skipper’s fee and 1st crew
Additional crew member entry fee: RM500.00 per crew
Langkawi Based Boat (white sails category registration must be done by walk in only and at least minimum 1 year stay in Langkawi)
Yacht entry fee: RM1,300.00 inclusive of boat, skipper’s fee and 1st crew
Additional crew member entry fee: RM500.00 per crew
The above fees shall be paid at or prior to the registration date 8th January 2018.
(No extra fee will be charged if the entry form has been submitted before 8th January 2018. A late fee of RM300 may be charged after this date).
Fees include berthing for 8 nights at RLYC including electricity and water, transport to and from social events, all the official social events and the issue of complimentary Regatta souvenirs. Non-sailing participants may enjoy the social events upon payment of RM500.00 per person for duration of the event or RM150.00 per person per night.
Owners wishing to enter their yachts for RLIR 2018:
Refund Policy:
Any cancellations before 7th November 2017 will be entitled to a full refund of the registration fee paid. Any cancellation after 7th November 2017 and before 7th January 2018 will receive a 50% refund. No refund after the 7th January 2018.
Boats are required to be adequately covered by appropriate third party liability insurance to at least the minimum amount of 1,000,000 US$ or RM equivalent, and entrants shall declare that such cover is and will be maintained in full force throughout the Royal Langkawi International Regatta. Also it is recommended that all crew and others on board are adequately insured, including against medical costs.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS INSURANCE COVER SHOULD BE MADE PRIOR TO THE REGATTA.
ADDITIONAL COVERAGE MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.
Advertising on a boat or by its crew is permitted in accordance with the ISAF Advertising Code (formerly Category C). Boat with advertising material incorporated shall include details with their entry form. The Race Committee reserves the right to forbid items of advertising which may conflict with RLIR sponsors, or in any way offend Malaysian laws or customs by their nature.
All competing yachts will be issued with a pair of hull stickers incorporating the RLIR and sponsor logos and an identification number. The decals shall be secured to each side of the fore part of the hull for the duration of the Regatta.
All yachts shall carry sail numbers in accordance with RRS Rule 77 and Appendix G. The Race Committee may relieve a yacht of her obligations under this Clause, but only if a request is made to the Race Committee no later than 24 hours prior to the warning signal of the first race in which relief is sought.
Whilst the Regatta Organizer will do their best to arrange a safe environment for competing yachts and crews, all entrants are cautioned to secure valuables at all times during the Regatta. Skippers are required to sign a Declaration upon registration, absolving the RLIR Organizers and RLYC of liability in the event of loss. Access to official social functions will be restricted to those who have paid the crew fee or social fee, and are identified by a security tag issued by the RLIR organizers.
The entry fee includes free berthing at Royal Langkawi Yacht Club from 7th January 2018 to midday on 14th January 2018, inclusive. Thereafter, yachts are responsible for arranging their own berths with RLYC.
The RLIR Organizer has negotiated favorable rates with a selection of reliable hotels. Participants wishing to avail themselves of these facilities will find contact details at the RLIR website www.langkawiregatta.com RLIR staff will not undertake reservations on behalf of participating crews, or be responsible for the associated transport.
Competitors participate in the regatta entirely at their own risk. See RRS 4, Decision to Race. The Organizing Authority, the Race Committee, the Regatta sponsors and the Royal Langkawi Yacht Club and their representatives, officers, members and volunteers will not accept any liability for material damage or personal injury or death sustained in conjunction with or prior to, during, or after the regatta.
| 8th January Monday | |
|---|---|
| 0900 – 1700 | Registration & Sail Measurement |
| 1400 | Practice Race |
| 1730 | Skipper’s Briefing |
| 1930 | Skipper’s Cocktail |
| 9th January Tuesday | |
| 0930 | DAY 1 RACE – All Classes |
| 1930 | Welcome Dinner Day 1 prize presentation |
| 10th January Wednesday | |
| 0930 | DAY 2 RACE – All Classes |
| Evening | Free & easy |
| 11th January Thursday | |
| 0930 | DAY 3 RACE – All Classes Time of First Warning Signal 0930 |
| 1600 | Cocktail Race day 2 & 3 prize presentation at RLYC |
| 12th January Friday | |
| 0930 | DAY 4 RACE – All Classes |
| Evening | Free & easy |
| 13th January Saturday | |
| 0930 | DAY 5 RACE – All Classes |
| 2000 | Race day 4 & 5 and overall winner prize presentation |
| 2030 | Closing Dinner |
| 2130 | Overall & grand prize presentation |
*The Race Committee may change or amend this schedule