The Osiris is a gauge of the FFVoile (French Sailing Federation) and applies only in France. It is an evolution of the HN gauge (now disappeared), which was empirical and based on the observation of race results to derive potential speed statistics by boat.
Now, by integrating a speed prediction system (VPP) to adjust obsolete HN ratings or to evaluate the rating of a new yacht, it rivals the reference handicap gauge: the IRC gauge. Traditionally or to be attractive to runners, OSIRIS is simpler and more economical than IRC.
Two levels of gauge "contract" are offered by the FFVoile:
- For standard boats
- For modified boats
Standard boats
They concern a majority of sailboats. It is those that have not been modified by their owners, and whose characteristics are identical to those declared by the yards, that produce this model. These series boats exist in the FFV Sailing reference tables and have a gross rating that they can use during the regatta.
- Issuing agency: FFV Sailing
- Name: Standard OSIRIS gauge contract
- Maximum validity: 3 years
- Price: from 47 euros to 61 euros depending on size
To request a contract for your boat, contact the FFV Sailing with the link at the bottom of the article.
Modified boats
On the other hand, if modifications affect or optimize the performance of your boat (different sails, weight...), you can adjust your new rating by declaring these modifications to the FFV. The latter will be based on the expertise of the Offshore Racing Congress (ORC). This organization, delegated by the International Sailing Federation (the World Sailing), develops measurement tools, including performance prediction programs (VPPs).
For modified vessels, OSIRIS is based on the combination of two gauging systems: the existing and available database of the HN empirical gauge and the ORC scientific speed prediction gauge.
- Issuing agency: ORC and FFV
- Name: ORC Club gauge certificate and OSIRIS equivalent gauge contract
- Maximum validity: 28 February of the following year.
- Price: from 75 euros for 5 m boats, to 221 euros for sailing boats over 15 m
To request a contract for your boat, contact the FFV Sailing.
