The provisional results of Saturday's Richmond South Beach race are now visible at Jibeset. Funny, but I see several boats listed as finishers that I either observed inside the prohibited area at the Richmond Long Wharf, or heard over VHF being called out for violating the restriction.

The boats that I observed changed direction sharply trying to exit the area, and I assumed they were retiring from the race; otherwise I would have whipped out my red flag. Yet they still are listed as finishers.

Remember, under SSI 14 you are prohibited from being in the defined Long Wharf area AT ALL. The buoys aren't marks of the course; you can't unwind to clear yourself.

We invite those racers who found themselves inside the restricted zone to contact the Race Committee and retire from the race. Those whom I recognized can expect an email from me. Those who don't retire from the race may want to make other plans for the weekend of our next race, because we sure don't have to accept your entry.

Thanks to those boats who already retired voluntarily.

Commodore Max