I fouled a boat and did my turns — but I scratched her hull. Am I done?
Maybe not. Rule 44 lets you take a Two-Turns Penalty for breaking a right-of-way rule — but only if there was no damage. If you damaged her boat you can't just take a turn: you must retire. "Damage" is anything that lowers the boat's market value or makes any part of her less functional. If in doubt, retire.
📖 Want Rule 44 in more depth? Elvstrøm Explains the Racing Rules 2025-2028 sets out every rule with plain-English explanations and diagrams. (affiliate link)
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<p><a href="https://sailing.kiwi.nz/v/Hv6V27tG68U/">Source: Sailing Kiwi</a></p>Go deeper: books and gear
- Elvstrøm Explains the Racing Rules 2025-2028 — Every rule, with plain-English explanations and diagrams.
- The Rules in Practice 2025-2028 by Bryan Willis — Situations round the racecourse, worked through for the current rules.
- Marine first aid kit — For the knocks that come with contact.
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