Raingutter Regatta

Raingutter Regatta Rules

Raingutter Regatta Rules - These rules outline the requirements for the Raingutter Regatta boats and the race regulations.

Our Raingutter Regatta is a double-elimination race, meaning that each Scout will race at least twice. Scouts will be paired up randomly and race two at a time. Each Scout will race until they have lost twice. The winners of each heat will advance until the third, second, and first place winners are determined.

Boats will be powered by a handheld fan and Scouts may not touch their boats. If a boat capsizes or gets stuck a leader will reset the boat where the incident took place.

There will also be an opportunity to vote on your favorite boats based on six categories: Best Workmanship, Funniest Boat, Most Nautical, Least Likely to Capsize, Most Unusual Sail, and Admiral's Favorite.

Raingutter Regatta Tips

Be sure to keep these important points in mind while you build your boat:

• Use a bit of glue or tape on the mast and sail so they don't come out or spin when blown on.

• The vertical position of the sale is important! Too high and your boat will tip forward into the water or capsize. Too low and you'll be blowing the boat down into the water too much.

• Make sure the fronts of the pontoons are angled, smooth, and even so your boat travels cleanly through the water.

• A coat of paint or varnish isn't necessary, but will help prevent the boat from absorbing too much water during the race.