The OCS Problem

Summary of Thistle List-serv discussion about over-early starts (OCS) at regattas, particularly at Midwinters East. Discusses various proposed solutions including notification systems, electronic methods, boat hailing approaches using "gate" or "rabbit" starting systems, and the merits of different approaches used in other classes.

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• OCS
• starting
• racing rules
• List-serv
• race management