Footing, Pointing and Changing Gears
Shifting gears on your boat requires knowledge of your boat, the conditions, and plenty of practice. Gear changing is what separates those with adequate boat speed from those who always seem to be higher and faster.
Many in your fleet start a race with a similar setup using a tuning guide or by following class-accepted principles...
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We need to employ the best tactical foresight out on the racecourse for staying out of trouble. We must be observant otherwise we can still often get ourselves into a jam. To that end, I have outlined below some tips to enable you to dig your way out.
Ducking a Competitor:
The main reason that you have to duck is to...
Strategy For The Upwind Leg
Question:
The wind has just shifted left so it has headed all boats around you on starboard tack - Should you keep sailing into the header, or take the instantaneous gain and tack?
As always with sailing, the perfect answer begins with ‘It depends’
Possible scenarios for you to consider: Strategy For The Upwind Leg
The wind has headed,...
When racing around a set or fixed marks course, a competitive sailor uses the compass to plan and then implement their race strategy. Using a Compass For Course Racing
If you are sailing in a crewed boat, one crew member should be responsible to watch the compass. This establishes...
Having a tuning partner is one of the best ways to get value from your on-water practice sessions. In these times of no racing, and fewer boats out sailing, keeping your skills sharp means solo training.
Have a Training Plan - Solo Training
Before you head out, it's important to have a plan but it is just as important to have...
