PHRF Rating Information
PHRF is a handicapping system used in sailboat racing around the world. It allows dissimilar classes of sailboats to be raced against each other. The aim is to cancel out the inherent advantages and disadvantages of each class of boat, so that results reflect crew skill rather than equipment superiority.
The process of determining the PHRF (in seconds per mile) for an individual boat begins with the 2023 Lake Erie Performance Handicap Racing Fleet (PHRF-LE Code of Regulations 2023 Class Rules) Base Rating, that considers individual attributes of the boat, such as:
- Modifications made to the rig or the rudder
- The size of the largest head sail (Jib or Genoa)
- The size of the spinnaker
- Type of keel (full, fin, or wing)
The Base Rating for boats racing in the Jib and Main (JAM) Fleet is adjusted for the Non-Spinnaker Handicap (calculated for the ratio of the Main to Jib sail areas) and any Cruising Credits assigned for fixed props and jib roller furling.
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Questions?
If you have questions about PHRF ratings, email our PHRF Chairperson at PHRF@alumcreeksailing.com.
If you have general questions about racing, contact our Vice Commodore at vicecommodore@alumcreeksailing.com.
