Notice of Race
“Double Damned 2011”
“A different kind of insanity”
Bonneville Dam, Cascade locks, to The Dalles Dam, The Dalles, Oregon, August 6th, 2011
Registration not yet open
The Hood River Yacht Club welcomes sailors to the fourth annual “Double Damned” race, "A different kind of insanity". We are looking forward to another great race!
Format: Racing will be from a start line in the vicinity of Cascade Locks, Oregon to a finish line in the vicinity of The Dalles, Oregon. This is a 41 mile West to East course in an area of typically strong prevailing Westerlies. A short course may be adopted and shall be defined by 1500 on the Friday preceeding the race. Futher ammendments to the course may be made at the competitor's meeting on the day of race.
Eligibility and Safety. All vessels participating shall comply with USCG safety regulations for their vessel and should be prepared to sail in heavy wind, after dark, and in the presence of commercial vessel traffic. Competitors shall wear a PFD while sailing. An operating VHF radio must be carried.
Ratings and Rules: Local ratings shall be assigned for vessels using northern California data as a guideline.
The race will be governed by the current rules of sailing as defined in The Racing Rules of Sailing, 2009-2012.
Launching and Logistics: Boats shall be ramp launched in Cascade Locks and ramp recovered in The Dalles. A water depth of six feet is expected over the end of the ramps, however lower depths are possible.
Moorage will be available in Cascade Locks and The Dalles on a first come, first served basis.
A shuttle service will operate on Saturday morning allowing competitors to leave their trailers and cars at the race finish in The Dalles
Sailing Instructions: Sailing instructions will be included in race packets at check in, and may be available on line prior to the race.
Scoring: The Low Point scoring system will be used. Handicap corrections will be based on Time on Distance.
Protests: A competitor’s protests must be filed in writing with the PRO within 1 hour of their finishing the race.
Prizes: Prizes will be awarded for first - third (Corrected time) in each class. First to finish will be recognized with boat name and course time on the Double Damned Cup perpetual trophy.
Schedule of events
Friday, Aug 5th, 2011:– Check in, registration and launching, BBQ and Camping. Cascade Locks Marine Park.
1600-2000
· Late Registration and Check-in
1900-2100
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Continued Late Registration and check in
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BBQ dinner free for all competitors!
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Camping available on site
Saturday, Aug 6th, 2011 – Race Day!
0730 – Shuttle departing from The Dalles Marina with service to Cascade Locks Marine Park
0900 – Competitor’s Meeting
1000 – First class start
1800 – Party begins at Hood River Yacht Club.
1900 – Dinner and awards at HRYC
Limited camping will be available at HRYC.
Fees:
Registration fee includes one T-Shirt, bus shuttle for one passenger, and Friday night dinner for crew and family.
$55 Early Bird Discount Registration - prior to July 6th.
$60 Standard Registration - July 7 thru Aug 1.
$75 Late Registration - After Aug 1.
Friday Night BBQ - Free
Saturday Night Mexican Dinner - $15 / plate
Extra Shuttle passenger - $10
Extra T-Shirts - $15
Moorage
Unsecured in Cascade Locks – free. Secured is $15 per night under 30 ft, $20 / night over 30 ft.
The Dalles Moorage: $10 / night
Camping – Cascade Locks $15 / night. Dry camping for 2 tents or one RV.
Additional information and registration:
Additional visitor information may be found at: www.hoodriveryachtclub.org/visitors