Tabasco 28881, N./M 39, Provisional 24p/24p. Establishment of Buoy/RLC (Base) Rating: C.2.b, C.2.e and C2f part 2.

After discussion , MSP for establishing a new BUOY/RLC handicap of 24/24. Final discussion included reviewing race results from North Race Week (97) and the 1996 Championship Regatta Results, and supplemental IMS data. It was noted that this number was more inline with IMS data on Hi Five and IT's OK .

MSP requesting Regional to sustain this action

CF_27 (150/150 Area G) Second Reading Review for 147/147 Area Rating: Active boats: Midnight Express 57991 Nemesis, 67158

Discussion by skippers and board included review of data summary sheet: It was noted that no "written Invitation" as required was sent to the skippers, so all further discussion and voting was tabled until the September 97 meeting. Handicapper to send Second "Reading" Letters.

INVINCIBLE, temp s/n USA 30, N/M 29.

A package with MORC data, race results and other design information submitted by the owner was reviewed with discussion. MSP to start the N/M 29 at 87p/87p.

Summary: Skipper Bob Steen as directed had his asymmetrical Spinnakers measured by Ullman Sails. (See Table) Also submitted were:

1. A copy of Rating Application.

2. 1995 Rating Certificate for 46092.

3. 1996 Rating Certificate...

4. 1997 Rating Certificate...

5. Sail Order Form for North Spinnaker #1

6. Sail Measurement Certificate for Spinnaker #2

7. Letter from North Sails explaining the size discrepancies

8. Certificate from DR J, s/n 46192

9. A letter from Skipper requesting to be re-designated a J-92, not J-92 ODR.

Actions Taken:

ALL J-92's

1. MSP to designate only CLASS LEGAL J-92's as J-92ODR (With small jibs and ODR Kites)

2. MSP to request Regional board to establish class standards as applicable for ODR vs. PHRF J-92's.

Speedy Gonzolas, s/n 46092

1. MSP to Sustain applicable reporting rules dealing with reporting requirements and Violation Penalties.