SYSCO 2027 Crew Overboard (COB) Challenge

The Small Yacht Sailing Club of Oregon extends an invitation to all boats to compete in this special regatta between the I-5 and I-205 Bridges.

DESCRIPTION: This is a single medium-distance race event, with a pursuit chase start based on club-assigned handicapped ratings, with each boat required to complete a simulated crew overboard drill on each of the first and second legs of the course.

COURSE: The start line will be between Buoy 14 and the committee boat, which will be anchored south of Buoy 14 at the RCYC docks. The course and finish line will be determined by the race committee the day of the race and announced on VHF 72 before the start sequence. The course generally includes navigational buoys 2, 14 and 18. Race committee will monitor VHF 72.

ELIGIBILITY AND INSTRUCTIONS: The Notice of Race (NoR), specific courses, start times for individual boats, and any supplemental instructions will be posted on the OCSA Event Notice Board at www.Sailpdx.com prior to the race.