I respectfully disagree that it is possible to change RRS 11 with the SIs. RRS 86.1(b) states the specific rules that cannot be changed by SIs, and that refers to 86.1(a) which includes all Part 2 rules. And, RRS 11 is in Part 2.
This is entirely correct. I was about to say the same thing until I came across this post. I'm not going to quote further, but I agree with everything else Mike said as well.
If you really, really want to change the basic right-of-way rules, you could claim you are testing proposed rule changes under RRS 86.3, but then US SAILING limits you to local races unless you get their prior written permission for each event (and other restrictions apply).
Regards,
Eric
US SAILING Certified Judge,
Member Area D Appeals Committee
