# arcSail — Real-time Sailing Results

> Real-time sailing race scoring software for clubs and regattas. (iPhone/iPad app by Smartphone Design Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcsail/id921829620 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Smartphone Design Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/298734749)
- Category: Sports, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcsail/id921829620/reviews.md

## What is arcSail?

Advanced real-time race scoring software for your sailing club.

arcSail can be quickly setup to score a single or multi-day regatta while powerful enough to score several season-long series simultaneously.

With its easy to use, familiar, touch interface for iPhone and iPad including many hand-crafted elements, arcSail makes scoring simple and intuitive. Custom time, number and calendar controls make setup easy and in app tips help get you started quickly. Sailors, Boats, Events and Fleets can be pre-configured or imported from Registration data, so that getting up and running on the water is a snap. Scorers order and tap boats from one or more fleets to finish. Once the races are run, handicapping and penalty calculations are applied instantly and results can be immediately emailed to shore (with in-app purchase on a data-capable device).

Wide range of scoring features, including:

• Short and long series calculations are supported using Low Point, Bonus Point, High Point Percentage, Low Point Average or Chips3 systems.
• Uncorrected (one-design) fleets and/or handicapped (mixed) fleets using Portsmouth Yardstick (PY), wind-strength corrected North American Portsmouth Yardstick (NAPY), Small Catamaran Handicap Rating System (SCHRS), PHRF Time-on-Time and Time-on-Distance can be easily scored.
• Custom handicap systems can be defined.
• Multiple simultaneous fleet starts and finishes tracking.
• Calculations follow the RRS & Appendix A guidelines.

With in-app purchase:

* Results can be emailed or Air Printed in HTML format for easy display on the club website or bulletin board.
* Data can be backed up to Apple Files and/or swapped between devices using email.

Visit our website https://www.arcsail.com for additional details and tutorials.

Finally, you will know who is buying the drinks before you reach the shore!

## Key features

- Real-time race scoring
- Supports single/multi-day regattas
- Season-long series scoring
- Multiple scoring systems (Low Point, High Point, etc.)
- Handicap and penalty calculations
- Email/AirPrint results (in-app purchase)
- Data backup and transfer

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Enable Email Output | $9.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcsail/id921829620/reviews.md

### 5/5 — NAPY Support

*2021-08-10*

Some time ago (years) when this app first came out I asked to help develop NAPY support.  Though there was no reply I was surprised to see NAPY support.  Thank you!

Being in the US there is no support for handicap dinghy racing at the national level (thanks for nothing USSailing).  Appreciate the help from the other side of the pond.

There is a small learning curve with this app but it is easier than most.

### 4/5 — Potential

*2021-05-10, version 1.7.0*

Early indications look great for our club.
But if you could switch off the automatic start clock that would make things a lot easier as very rarely start bang on time etc. Would be amazing if you could turn off the countdown clock and just start the races manually when you’re ready.

### 1/5 — Tried to use for a race but couldn’t figure it out

*2020-10-05*

I tried to set up and run a single regatta with three fleets. The software is very limited and I couldn’t figure out how to do PHRF Time-On-Time corrections. It seemed to only do Time-On-Distance. And then when I tried to enter the finishing times for the boats after the race, it would only accept elapsed times, not the finish time. Thus, corrected times were not correct. I confirmed the error by doing a separate spreadsheet to calculate finishes. I have used Sailwave and like it a lot but I wanted an iOS solution for iPad. I may give it another try but it needs a good tutorial.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback, sorry to hear you are having trouble.  Could you please email us with more details (you can use the Feedback link on the Settings page).  To use PHRF Time-On-Time you would edit the Fleet and turn off the toggle that says Time-On-Distance.  You also need to ensure each race includes the distance (in nautical miles).  Our website at http://arcsail.com has been recently updated and has new guides. - Claire

### 5/5 — ArcSail is great for us

*2019-08-11*

Using this app is easy and setup not to bad. Worth a try. Gord Fulcher Starlight Sailing Adventures Sooke BC Canada

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2017-01-06, version 1.01*

Crashes every time I try to use it. I've tried it on an iPad and an iPhone. Same problem on both devices. Hope a fix is found quickly.

## Frequently asked questions about arcSail

### What sailing scoring systems does arcSail support?

arcSail supports several scoring systems including Low Point, Bonus Point, High Point Percentage, Low Point Average, and Chips3. It also handles uncorrected and handicapped fleets using systems like Portsmouth Yardstick (PY), North American Portsmouth Yardstick (NAPY), SCHRS, and PHRF.

### Can arcSail handle multiple fleets and starts?

Yes, arcSail is designed to track multiple simultaneous fleet starts and finishes. This allows for efficient scoring of complex regattas with various boat classes.

### How are results shared with arcSail?

With an in-app purchase, results can be emailed or Air Printed in HTML format. This makes it easy to display results on club websites or bulletin boards immediately after races.

### Does arcSail have ads?

No, arcSail does not contain advertisements. The application is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for advanced features like results emailing.

### What devices is arcSail compatible with?

arcSail is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It features a touch interface designed for ease of use on these Apple platforms.

### How often is arcSail updated?

The latest version of arcSail is 1.7.1, last updated on June 26, 2021. While updates may not be frequent, the app is functional for its intended purpose.

### Can I back up my data with arcSail?

Yes, arcSail allows you to back up your data to Apple Files and swap data between devices using email. This ensures your important race information is secure and transferable.

### What is the age rating for arcSail?

arcSail has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app's interface is designed to be intuitive and easy to navigate.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.1 — 2021-06-26

Fix for Time on Distance Handicaps

### 1.7.0 — 2021-04-19

* Added two new Handicap Systems: UK’s Portsmouth Yardstick and Small Catamaran Handicap Rating System
* Added ability to define custom handicap systems
* Added ability to export and import most data lists as CSV, including sailors, boats, boat classes, events, races
* Improved support for Apple Files to manage your backups and share data
* Added support for Dark Mode
* bug fixes

### 1.6.4 — 2019-09-17

bug fixes for burgees and reporting

### 1.6.3 — 2019-07-31

bug fix

### 1.6.2 — 2019-07-01

Countdown sound (opt in via settings tab)
PHRF custom calculation allows decimals

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