In 2010 ISAF eliminated the G2 status in the Sailor Classification Code, ISAF Regulation 22. 

Please note that with immediate effect:

1.1   CLASSIFICATION - While racing in One Design events, the ISAF Classification Code shall apply. The crew shall be composed of Group 1 competitors, except that up to two (2) crew members may be Group 3 competitors.  Competitors without a current Classification, or whose employment circumstances have changed, may apply for a valid classification electronically on the ISAF website (www.sailing.org). Competitors who do not provide a valid ISAF Classification shall be deemed to be Group 3.  

1.2   STEERING – Except for Owners and except for emergencies involving safety of the yacht or        crew, Group 3 competitors are prohibited from steering while racing in sanctioned One Design Class events, or in any One Design Class racing. Group 1 Owners and Group 1 alternative helmsmen may steer any FARR 30 if they are in compliance with Class Rule 2.7.

1.3   OWNERS – For purposes of 1.2, owners shall be defined as members of the FARR 30 Class Association and shall hold legal ownership interest in the boat being steered (of at least 50% of fair market value of the new or brokerage boat price for Group 3) evidenced by appropriate documentation. For purposes of 1.2, chartering a boat does not constitute ownership. In the case of a chartered boat, only Group 1 competitors or Group 3 Owners shall be permitted to steer during sanctioned One Design Class events or in any One Design Class racing.

29^th July 2010

The Farr 30 Class is geared up for this year’s Midwinter Championship, Key West Race Week, 17-21 January 2011, in Key West, Florida.

We are already well on our way to surpassing the impressive number of entries from the 2008 KWRW.

2011 is lining up to be a ‘history book’ event, with new owners, competitive crews, and bragging rights to a Midwinter Championship trophy.

There will be displays of excellent skill, seamanship and rekindled comradery throughout the week, along with the possibility of new members added to the distinguished winners board by the end.

Premiere Racing has set up an informational page regarding all things Key West.  We encourage you to visit this special Farr 30 page to stay current on negotiated dockage prices, staging & launching services, trucking & escort restrictions and accommodations.