Shields National Class Association

Shields Class News
The Tacktick compass is now allowed for Shields racing. On October 15, 2008 the membership passed the following rule change: Compass: A working compass must be on board at all times. A self-contained electronic compass without wind shift indications is allowed. The use of a built-in timer and "tactical" display mode can be used. The Tacktick model T060 Micro Compass with brackets is approved. On December 4, 2008 objections to the membership meeting and its process were rejected by the Governing Board. The rule change is affirmed.
Cape Cod Shipbuilding has come up with a mounting for the compass. The sailslide mount is basically a 1/2" diameter x 3" aluminum slug that slides into the sailgroove in the mast and when the 3 fastenings are tightened they hold the bracket snug to the mast. Its cost is $20.00 plus tax and shipping (if applicable).
The objects of the Association are to promote Corinthian racing of Shields Class yachts and to maintain the one-design character thereof as sponsored by Cornelius Shields and designed by Sparkman & Stephens, Inc.	Shields Registry of boats (updated February 7, 2008). List of past champions. Mast step placement rule Section IV: 5.11. Check out the entry in Wikipedia for Shields Sailboat. 2008 National Regatta in Oxford, MD - Results. Permission for local fleets to experiment with a small spinnaker for 2008. Backstay maintenance from the builder.

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Shields One Design Sailing Association Fleet #3 showed Shields 63 at the Strictly Sail Chicago show on February 2 - 5, 2006.

A few pictures from the event follows:

Shields Class News