IRC Rating - The Yacht Racing Rule for All
IRC is a rating rule to handicap different designs of keelboats allowing them to race together. Ratings are based on the physical measurements of the boat.
Valid Boat Data - IRC Rating
The accuracy of the measurements supplied shall be the owner’s responsibility. The boat drawing is approximated based on IRC rated data. Published data shown may be for an expired or invalidated certificate.
Valid Rating Listings - IRC Rating
UPDATE 25 January 2024. If you import the CSV listing into your scoring or other software, please note that we are updating the listing file format tonight and it will include the following changes: “Headsails” header becomes “Single Furling Headsail”.
IRC Rule, Notices & Policies - IRC Rating
Rules published here apply from 1 January 2024 (1 June 2024 in countries where certificate validity is 1 June to 31 May). NOTE: Final rule wording may vary slightly from the rule changes document – the IRC 2024 Rule & Definitions is the definitive text.
What is IRC? - Rating for keelboats of all size and shapes
IRC is aimed at a wide range of keelboats of all sizes & shapes including production cruisers, dedicated one-off race boats, classic yachts & superyachts.
IRC Measurement Information - IRC Rating
We have produced these measurement guides for owners and club measurers. If you require an Endorsed certificate for your chosen events the data will need to be officially measured, in which case you will need to contact your Rule Authority.If you have any queries, please also contact your local Rule Authority.
IRC Rating publishes valid boat data
In a major move towards increased transparency IRC Rating is now publishing the valid boat data for all boats with an IRC certificate issued since 1 st January 2024. This initiative marks a significant step forward in promoting fair sailing, openness and accountability within the sport; it will foster trust and confidence in the integrity of the IRC rated data and prevent misunderstandings or ...
IRC RULE 2024 6 8.2.1 A boat may additionally hold a separate secondary valid certificate: (a) The secondary certificate will be clearly identified and shall only vary from the primary certificate in respect of, mainsail widths, E, P, headsail dimensions, flying headsail dimensions, single furling headsail allowance, the use of stored
New to IRC? - IRC Rating
New to IRC? - Are you are considering IRC racing but don’t know where to start with getting a rating, or what is involved? Perhaps you have friends who race IRC, or
Rating Authority - IRC Rating
The IRC Rule is owned and managed by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) in the UK and l’Union Nationale de la Course au Large (UNCL) in France.