New J22 class rules this year.
New weight limit.
C.2 CREW
LIMITATIONS
The crew shall consist of a minimum of two people and the combined weight
(in swim wear) of all crew members shall not exceed 290kg.
Fenders are not mandatory to carry while racing, they are optional to carry now.
C.5 PORTABLE EQUIPMENT
MANDATORY
FOR USE WHILE RACING
At least one fixed (if the mount for the device is fixed to the mast or
hull, it satisfies this requirement) device without external
batteries.to
deliver either a magnetic compass heading or course over the ground.
This device shall not include charting capabilities.
One manual bilge pump.
One anchor with or without chain of combined minimum weight of
5kg with 30m of non-floating warp having a minimum diameter of
8mm. When carried, the anchor, chain and warp shall be secured
together ready for use and shall not be stowed on or under the cabin
sole over the ballast keel. The minimum weight of the anchor shall
be 3 kg and the maximum weight of the chain shall not exceed 4kg..
One fog horn.
One bucket with a minimum 9-litre capacity and attached lanyard.
Personal Flotation Device for each crew member.
A marine first aid kit with manual.
Code Flag B.
A copy of the current Racing Rules.
NOT FOR USE WHILE RACING
One paddle not less than 1200mm in length, when fully extended.
A tow line at least 19 metres in length and at least 6mm in diameter.
The anchor line, mainsheet, jib or spinnaker sheets, shall not be used
to satisfy this rule.
(iii) Any local or government mandated safety equipment.
New instruments: Like Sailmon Max, Velocitek ProStart, and Vakaros Atlas 2
OPTIONAL
(a) FOR USE WHILE RACING
(i) Electronic or mechanical devices, for timing, tactical and
navigational functions without external batteries and excluding wind
instruments.
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