28 July 2025
From the FI Technical Committee:
Dear Competitors
A few of the new 2025 Class rules all competitors should be aware of:
Spinnaker Poles
Two spinnaker poles are allowed. Note that the overall length of the pole includes any fittings on the mast that contribute to the distance from the tip to the face of the mast.
Spinnakers
Numbers are not required on the spinnaker. If using a second-hand spinnaker that has a different number to the boat – the numbers must be either removed or blanked out.
Black bands
Please note the rules 17.6.5 and 18.4.1. A device to prevent sails being pulled past the black bands. A screw or rivet should be used on the boom. For the mast, a screw / rivet or halyard lock or hook rack.
Materials
Whilst carbon is allowed in construction and some parts – note that it should have a modulus no higher than 250GP
Good sailing and don’t be caught out.
Dave Hall
FI Technical committee chairman
