by Deb Whitehorse | Jun 9, 2026 | 2026, Home Page
2026 DN North American Championship. Photo: Rachel Bartel for @harken_inc
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Voting has concluded for the 2026 DN North America Officer Election and the IDNIYRA Specifications Ballot.
DN North America Officers
The following officers were elected to serve one-year terms beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027:
Rob Holman, Commodore
Karen Binder, Vice Commodore
Deb Whitehorse, Secretary/Treasurer
Bob Cummins, Past Commodore
A total of 44 of 151 eligible ballots were cast in the election. Complete election results may be viewed here: LINK
IDNIYRA Specifications Ballot
Members of IDNIYRA North America and IDNIYRA Europe voted on the Technical Committee proposal to revise the Official Specifications: General, Section C (Mast), and Section D (Boom).
The proposal was approved by a vote of 63 in favor and 3 opposed.
A total of 70 ballots were cast, with 66 votes tallied and 4 abstentions. Complete election results may be viewed here. LINK
The revised specifications will take effect on July 1, 2026.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the voting process.
by Deb Whitehorse | May 18, 2026 | 2026, Home Page
Photo: 2026 North American Championship – Rachel Bartel for @harken_inc
Notice of 2026 IDNIYRA and DN North America Ballots
Voting will soon open for two separate ballots using ElectionBuddy. Email notices containing voting links will be sent later today.
DN North America Officer Election
DN North America members will receive a ballot for the election of officers for the 2026–2027 term. Positions include:
- Commodore
- Vice Commodore
- Secretary
- Treasurer
- Past Commodore
Terms will begin July 1, 2026, and end June 30, 2027.
IDNIYRA Specifications Rewrite Ballot
In addition to the officer election, both North American and European members will receive a separate ballot concerning proposed changes to the Official IDNIYRA Specifications.
The IDNIYRA Technical Committee has completed a comprehensive rewrite and reorganization of the specifications intended to improve clarity, consistency, readability, and long-term maintenance of the class rules.
The ballot concerns proposed changes to:
- General
- Section C: Mast
- Section D: Boom
These proposals were published in the December 2025 issue of Runner Tracks.
Relevant pages from Runner Tracks will be attached directly to the ballot in ElectionBuddy for review prior to voting.
If approved, the revised specifications will take effect on July 1, 2026.
The complete December 2025 issue of Runner Tracks may also be viewed here:
December 2025 Runner Tracks
Please watch your email for ballot notifications from ElectionBuddy.
by Deb Whitehorse | May 9, 2026 | 2026, Home Page
Cover Photo: Gilles Morelle – “A Fresh Look at the Ice”
The May 2026 issue of Runner Tracks is now available. Along with championship coverage, specification rewrites, regatta results, and features on Rasmus Maalinn and Karol Jabłoński, this issue includes an important proposed change to the Regatta Management Agreement concerning sponsorship.
RUNNER TRACKS IS AVAILABLE IN THREE DIFFERENT FORMATS:
Flipbook Magazine
Download pdf file (best for tablets)
Download single page pdf (best for phones)
IN THIS ISSUE
- Reflections from DN World Champion Rasmus Maalinn
- Karol Jabłoński’s podium finishes at all three major championships
- Proposed specification rewrites from the Technical Committee
- RMA Sponsorship proposals for the DN class
- Full results from the 2026 North American, World, and European Championships
Get this issue in a full color soft cover book for $20.
by Deb Whitehorse | Jun 11, 2025 | 2025, Home Page
Cold steel. Photo: Anna Suslova
Thank you to all members who participated in the 2025 IDNIYRA Officer and Bylaw Election.
We are pleased to announce the newly elected officers, whose terms will begin July 1, 2025:
- Commodore: Rob Holman, US3705
- Vice Commodore: Karen Binder, US5630
- Secretary/Treasurer: Deb Whitehorse, US2366
- Past Commodore: Bob Cummins, US3433
The proposal to amend the format of the North American Championship Regatta has also passed. The change reduces the maximum number of races from 14 to 7 when the North Americans are not held in conjunction with the World Championship. In the days remaining after completion of the North American Championship, there shall be held a U.S. National or Canadian National Regatta, depending on the location of the event.
Thank you to outgoing Commodore David Frost, US5358, as he and his legendary “stoop” transition to civilian life. We are grateful for his service and dedication to the DN class.
View full election results
by Deb Whitehorse | May 19, 2025 | 2025, Home Page
Scoring Team
All IDNIYRA members in good standing will soon receive an electronic ballot for the annual election of officers and a proposed bylaw change.
- Ballot Delivery: Check your inbox beginning May 19
- Voting Period: Open from May 19 through June 9, 2025
You’ll be voting to elect the 2025–2026 officers:
- Commodore
- Vice Commodore
- Secretary
- Treasurer
- Past Commodore
You’ll also be asked to vote on a proposed bylaw change to the North American Championship format when it is not held in conjunction with the World Championship (Gold Cup). The proposal would:
- Reduce the number of scheduled races from 14 to 7 for the North American Championship
- Add a second regatta (U.S. or Canadian Nationals) during the same week, depending on location
Your vote helps shape the future of the class. Please take a moment to review the ballot and participate.
If you don’t receive your ballot or have any questions, contact Executive Secretary Deb Whitehorse at secretary.idniyra@gmail.com
