The Racing Rules of Sailing: 2005-2008

New rule changes take effect on January 1, 2005; you can download or view them in Acrobat pdf format at left. If you’re a member of US Sailing you’ve already received a book of the new rules in the mail; if you’re not a member, this is a great excuse to join.

For a more thorough explanation of the rule changes for 2005-2008:

Understanding the Racing Rules of Sailing through 2008 by Dave Perry This indispensable guide for sailors and racing officials includes the complete text of the ISAF Racing Rules of Sailing, 2005-2008 and US SAILING Prescriptions. Perry concisely and clearly answers all the most commonly asked questions on the racing rules, and then some. His comprehensive, easy-to-understand explanations, with extensive references to US SAILING Appeals and ISAF Cases, make this book a complete and authoritative resource on the rules. Illustrations by Brad Dellenbaugh. $21.45 Buy this book now at Amazon.com

Paul Elvstrom Explains the Racing Rules of Sailing: 2005-2008 Rules by Paul Elvstrom, Soren Krause Paul Elvstrom Explains the Racing Rules of Sailing has accompanied sailors to regattas since 1965. This new edition of the book — known to all simply as "Elvstrom" and famous for its plastic boats and wind arrows — incorporates the complete text of the International Sailing Federation’s (ISAF) 2005 rules changes. It features color-coded explanations and interpretations of the rules with the help of two-color bird’s-eye view drawings. It also offers a full-color chart of race signals, a graphic quick-reference locator for the rules, a summary of recent rules changes, and procedural notes for filing a protest. $16.47 Buy this book now at Amazon.com