[/quote]This is where good sportsmanship comes into play.
Sometimes playing by the rules is OK, but pushing the rules can be dangerous as well. We were booking good speed I want to say 10+ kts upwind.
As with any story, there is always two sides. Robi, sportsmanship is not in question here. Yes, we applied the rules and chose not to tack onto port and risk fouling you.
When is playing by the rules only "sometimes" OK? The rules are there to provide safety on the water. All competitors are responsible for following the rules and avoiding collisions on the race course. Ultimately, skippers and crew are responsible for their own safety. Foremost, this responsibility should not fall to your fellow competitors.
