Rule 18 is quite complex with many factors which need to be taken into account to decide if a boat should get room at the mark or not. The first step is to understand the positions of the boat when the first boat hits the zone which is a circle 3 times the length of the first boat to reach the mark. In this video it was 108 feet as the J109 leading into the mark is 36 feet long. The A35 which was approaching from behind was going a lot faster and established an overlap shortly after they entered the zone, they tried to barge in but the skipper on the J109 new the rules and held firm forcing the the A35 to do a tack and a gybe to round the mark and avoid a collision. The knowing the rules and clearly signalling the opposition boat when you reach the zone is the only way to make it clear to your competitors that they have no room and they should keep clear.

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A powerful and luxurious 37 meter yacht made from a signature lightweight aluminium hull and superstructure, that has been fully maximised to comfortably house 12 guests in 5 cabins. This sporty sister-ship to AURELIA was built in 2007 and has been recently repainted at the Heesen Yachts shipyard. Her new shiny white look is complimented by contrasting black striping and a subtle red line that makes her look as sharp as she is fast. This 37m is exceptionally spacious. ILONA AT A GLANCE CONSTRUCTION:............................ALUMINIUM LENGTH OVER ALL:.......................37.30 METER 122’4” BEAM OVER ALL:.............................7.50 METER 24’7” DRAFT EXTREME (50% LOAD):......2.20 METER 7’2” MAX SPEED (LIGHT LOAD):...........28 KNOTS RANGE:...........................................2,000 NAUTICAL MILES Heesen track launch system in the tender garage 5 cabin layout including full-beam master suite Striking appearance Custom-built Dutch quality interior Sundeck with Jacuzzi

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The finish to Race 3 of the annual Narrows Regatta on Strangford Lough was a quick reach to the finish after the breeze picked up and pivoted 180 degrees. It was next to impossible for the J109 GTR to match it with the VX1 Sports boats which blasted past on the way back to Portaferry. The chasing VX1 where having a tough time keeping their height as the pressure built so while they were a lot faster they ended up sailing greater distance which kept GTR in the race The J109 GTR could not compete in this race but went on to take the overall series win with a consistent performance across the weekend. The team at Bottom Up Boats hope you are enjoying these quick bits from the 2024 racing on Strangford Lough Northern Ireland.

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