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Portsmouth Yardstick Text

 

Portsmouth Yardstick Text

Copyright © 2008 by N. E. Richards and J. F. Spinnler
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Section I Introduction  (Includes definition of standard equipment on offshore class boats)
Section II Use of Portsmouth Yardstick Handicapping System
Section III Calculation of Portsmouth Numbers (DPN) & Wind Handicap Factors (HC)
Section IV Reference (Yardstick) Classes
Section V Modification Allowances and Coding System for Deviation from Normal Class Design
Section VI Reporting Data