If you’re an owner, tactician, crew member, race official, or just curious, come join Seattle’s three most prolific racing yacht clubs for an informative evening with ORC pro, Dobbs Davis, at CYC Seattle on April 11 at 6 p.m.
Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle, Seattle Yacht Club, and Sloop Tavern Yacht Club invite you to learn about the ORC handicapping and scoring system with U.S. Communications Manager for ORC, Dobbs Davis. Davis will dive into why ORC is the fastest-growing measurement-based handicap system in the USA and the largest of its kind around the world of big boat racing. This is also a unique opportunity to clarify any uncertainties as ORC gains more popularity in the Pacific Northwest.
The topic’s relevance has never been greater, with racing participants and fans surely noticing some changes to the class breaks and results in recent years. The ORC system has absolutely taken off in the Pacific Northwest, and its draw is only increasing. In spite of the obvious interest and excitement with ORC, there are complexities that differentiate it from other handicapping rules. The boats and sailors who have been cutting the trail with ORC racing in our region have discovered that not only is there a learning curve, but there have been some difficult-to-resolve questions.
Davis will discuss the key features of this system that produces the fairest possible handicap racing. The presentation will begin with an overview of the ORC system and will then go deeper into several key areas.
Presentation Topics:
- ORC Overview
- Rating Types & Measurement
- Understanding Ratings
- Scoring Options
- Race Management
- Best Practices
- Audience Q&A
All are welcome, light food provided, and a cash bar will be open.
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