Sailing Handicap Calculator 9.0

This sailing handicap calculator application is widely recognized as one of the most popular and reliable tools available for maritime racing. It is extensively utilized by sailors and race committees globally to facilitate accurate race result calculations.

The app supports all major international sailing handicap systems, including ORC (Time on Distance and Time on Time), IRC, PHRF (Time on Distance and Time on Time), and both Portsmouth UK and Portsmouth US standards.

It efficiently calculates corrected times for race participants and displays the results in an ordered list. Users can input elapsed times either manually or automatically via the integrated timer feature. This functionality allows for automatic recording of elapsed times by pressing a finish button as boats cross the line, streamlining race timing procedures. The race start time can be set using either a countdown timer or by entering a specific start time.

The app offers additional capabilities such as the optional ORC data retrieval feature (available as an in-app purchase), which automatically fills in relevant handicap details for boats holding a valid ORC certificate. While browsing through the list of ORC-registered vessels, users can view comprehensive details including sail number, boat length, class or design, year of construction, manufacturer, weight, draft, beam width, sail area for individual sails, wetted surface area, and more.

Race results can be conveniently shared via email, either as an embedded table within the email body or as an attached CSV file compatible with spreadsheet software.

Overall, this application is characterized by its intuitive interface and ease of use, providing a practical solution for accurate handicap calculation and race management in a professional context.