Approved Bottom Paint

The Technical Committee of BISF has met and reviewed the options for bottom paint since Boaters World closed and the paint we have been using is no longer available.

In accordance with PART II BISF RULES, Section 1 – BISF Star Definition, Rule 5, the Technical Committee approved bottom paint for the upcoming season is Interlux Epoxycop (link to paint specs).  This paint is hard modified-epoxy paint in compliance with DOE rules on in-water cleaning. So scrub away without the worry of John’s $10,000 fine. The paint comes in blue, black, red and green.  Anyone not complying with Rule 5 will be protested by the Technical Committee and disqualified from any race that they participate in with unapproved bottom paint.

If you purchase the paint through the fleet the cost is about $70/gal (only black and blue will be available through the fleet). If you purchase it on your own it will cost approximately $100/gal. I suggest you start thinking about when you plan to get your boat ready for the season.

The following are the tentative launch dates:

First Launch - March 20, 2010
Second Launch - April 3, 2010
Third Launch - April 17, 2010
Season Champion’s Clinic – April 18, 2010
Black Star Regatta – April 23rd – 25th 2010

You need to contact Bill if you want to work in his shop and I suggest you plan early.