Educational tool · Not authoritative rulings

Practise Protest Hearings Before They Matter

An AI-powered simulator that lets you argue your case, learn the Racing Rules of Sailing, and build confidence before your next race.

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Free tier: 2 hearings + 3 analyses. No card required.

How it works

Describe the incident

Tell the AI what happened on the water — which boats, what rules, the key moments.

Present your case

Argue your side to an AI jury that asks follow-up questions and tests your reasoning.

Get feedback

Receive a verdict with rule citations, a scorecard, and tips to improve next time.

Three ways to practise

Argument Practice

Quick, freeform practice. Present your argument and get immediate AI feedback on clarity and rule usage.

Full Hearing

A realistic simulation with opening statements, examination, and a formal verdict from an AI jury panel.

Scenario Analysis

Describe any incident and get an instant analysis with rule citations and likely outcome.

Simple pricing

Start free — upgrade when you need more.

Free

Try it out

£0

✓ 2 full hearings or argument practice
✓ 3 scenario analyses

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Monthly

Best value

Unlimited practice

£8/month

✓ Unlimited full hearings & argument practice
✓ Unlimited analyses
✓ Debrief follow-up Q&A
✓ Cancel any time

Subscribe — £8/month

Pay as you go

When you need it

£15

✓ 10 full hearings or argument practice
✓ 5 scenario analyses
✓ Debrief follow-up Q&A
✓ Credits never expire

Buy credits — £15

Frequently asked questions

Is ProtestSim suitable for beginners?: Yes. You can set your experience level and ProtestSim adjusts the feedback style accordingly — encouraging for beginners, direct and detailed for advanced sailors.
Are the rulings authoritative?: No. ProtestSim is an educational tool. All outcomes are simulated by AI and are not official interpretations of the Racing Rules of Sailing. Always consult a qualified judge for authoritative rulings.
Do credits expire?: Pay-as-you-go credits never expire. Monthly subscribers have unlimited access for as long as their subscription is active.
Can I cancel my subscription?: Yes, any time. Visit the billing page and click "Manage subscription" to cancel via the Stripe portal. You keep access until the end of the billing period.
What happens to my data if I delete my account?: All your data — hearings, transcripts, analyses, and payment information — is permanently deleted. This cannot be undone.
Which racing rules does ProtestSim use?: ProtestSim uses AI-generated interpretations based on World Sailing Racing Rules of Sailing rule numbers. It does not reproduce the rules verbatim.

Ready to sharpen your protest skills?

Start with 2 free sessions — no card required.