Table of Contents Significant Changes to the Rules
An Overview of the Rules Contacting US Sailing Foreword
Acknowledgements Table of Contents of The Racing Rules of Sailing
Where to find the RRS discussed in this book Introduction
How to learn the most from this book Glossary of Terms
An explanation of terms not defined in the racing rules Code
Speed, Distance and Time Table 1 An Overview of the Rules System
A brief history of the development of the rules, an explanation of where the rules are located and a discussion of the protest and appeals process
2 A Simplified Version of The Racing Rules of Sailing
An explanation of the basic terms and rules useful to know if new to sailboat racing
3 Sportsmanship and the Rules
A discussion of the Basic Principles: Sportsmanship and the Rules
4 The Fundamental Rules (Part 1)
A discussion of rules 1–6, the Fundamental Rules: Safety; Fair Sailing; Decision to Race; Acceptance of the Rules; Rules Governing Organizing Authorities and Officials; World Sailing Regulations
5 The Definitions
An explanation of the defined terms used in The Racing Rules of Sailing
