Bow-steereres only use the single sail. There are several classes of bow-steered iceboats. This type of boat is designed for speed an ease of handling. One of the classes is called the masquito or skeeter class. The Unites States and Canada's International Skeeter Association holds regattas every year.
Iceboats race in established classes.
Each class is establish according to sail area. There have been rules set up by the iceboating association. It is important that all these rules be followed, especially during a race. The rules will explain what to do in many circumstances. They will also explain what an iceboat that is coming near you must do.