Appendix J is the checklist behind every notice of race and set of sailing instructions. World Sailing's online NoR and SI Guides (formerly Appendices K and L) turn it into template wording. Saildex's document generator follows this structure.
Key points
J1 Notice of race contents
Always: the event's title, place, dates and organizing authority; that the racing rules govern; any other governing documents and where to find them; the classes and handicap systems, with any entry restrictions; entry procedure and fees; and the time of the first warning signal. When they apply: changes to racing rules, advertising, prescriptions, qualifying and final series, equipment inspection, scoring and discard arrangements, prizes, the score freeze in rule 90.3(e), and more.
J2 Sailing instruction contents
Always: the location of the official notice board or online board, how changes are communicated, the schedule, courses and marks, starting and finishing lines, time limits, and the protest and redress procedure with time limits and hearing place. When they apply: signals made ashore, starting penalties, penalty system, scoring, safety, support boats and many more.
Changed in 2025
The notice of race must now state when rule 90.3(e) (score freeze) applies, and sailing instructions may set the direction for crossing the finishing line.
Related
- Rule 89 Organizing Authority; Notice of Race; Appointment of Race Officials
- Rule 90 Race Committee; Sailing Instructions; Scoring
- Rule 25 Notice of Race, Sailing Instructions and Signals
- Appendix S: Standard Sailing Instructions
- Appendix K: Notice of Race Guide (online)
- Appendix L: Sailing Instructions Guide (online)