Question 1
Before the starting signal A establishes an overlap to leeward of X from
clear astern. After the starting signal both boats continue on starboard
tack, and at all times X is keeping clear. About one minute after starting
A is beginning to draw ahead, although the boats are still overlapped.
A heels to windward and luffs above close-hauled. X protests. What should
the call be?
Answer 1
Penalize A. A established her overlap from clear astern, and therefore
breaks rule 17 by sailing above close-hauled after the starting signal.
However if A heels to windward to slow X, without changing course, she
breaks no rule.
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