The name of the boat is allowed to be changed when a transfer of ownership takes place. The standard practice is that sail numbers stay with the vessel, unless other terms of sale were agreed upon by purchasing parties.
If you wish to purchase a new official US Sail Number please use this link to apply for for the next avaible sail number: link.
The Racing Rules of sailing requires an official US Sail Number. This is denoted by a USA in front of the sail number. A sail may only use the USA if the number is registered to the vessel through US Sailing. If you have any questions please contact the Offshore Office at 401-342-7953 or offshore@ussailing.org.