From YTC to IRC: When is it time to make the move?

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The RORC Rating Office in Lymington administers the two most popular rating systems used in UK yacht racing: the RYA’s Yacht Time Correction (YTC) system and the internationally recognised IRC rule.

For many sailors, YTC is the first step beyond local handicap racing, while IRC opens the door to a wider range of competitive opportunities. In an article published in the October issue of All At Sea, Jenny Howells, Technical Manager at RORC Rating Office, explains the role of YTC and looks at when it may be time to raise your sights from YTC to IRC.

Read the article on our website.

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