Run classic 5-4-1-0 or custom start sequences. Visual countdown, flag meanings, and one-tap sync for race starts.
Start sequence
Ready
5:00
Sequence
5-4-1-0
Status
Armed
Flag & signal meanings (classic 5-min)
5:00
Warning
Class flag up + sound. Race about to start.
4:00
Preparatory
P, I, Z, U or Black flag up. Rules in force.
1:00
One-minute
Preparatory flag removed. Final approach.
0:00
Start
Class flag down + gun. Race begins.
Many clubs still use the classic 5-4-1-0 even when the racing rules allow shorter sequences.
How sailors use a regatta timer
Arm the timer before the warning signal
Start on the first gun / flag
Use Sync if you miss a signal by a few seconds
Watch the final 60 seconds closely for the line
After zero the timer can count up as race elapsed time
Educational sailing helper only. Always follow the Race Committee signals and the Notice of Race. This is not an official race-timing system.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a regatta countdown? A timer that matches the race committee start sequence so the fleet knows exactly how much time remains before the start gun.
Why 5-4-1-0? It is the most widely used sequence under the Racing Rules of Sailing for many club and championship starts.
Can I run a 10-minute sequence? Yes. Select 10-minute mode for longer preparation periods used in some fleets.
What does Sync do? It realigns the countdown to the next full minute so a late start still matches the committee signals.