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Tacking - The Technical Stuff
I learnt to sail on an old gravel pit in the Midlands in the UK. Just to make it more interesting, Tamworth Sailing Club also had islands and trees. These features created some rather interesting wind shifts that were worth using so I quickly learned the importance of tacking efficiently. Later when team racing with Aston University’s BUSA winning team, it became clear that tacking well made you a tactical genius. I think I have probably taught more crews to tack, than I care to remember. Team Racing in the Royal Navy with a regular crew meant finding a keen...
Do you sail to your tell tales? Do you know your 4th Corner? Strong Wind Techniques for two sails.
Sailing with Tell Tales - The 4th CornerSailing with Tell Tails: I could not sail without tell tails -...
Boat Whisperer Talks
For a taste - check out this freebie from the RYA dinghy show talk: If you have watched the Boat...
Hints and Tips
How to Make your RS200 Toe straps Comfortable - and its not just the toe straps!
Having a borrowed boat for a big event, there is always a bit of boat bumbling to do to ensure...
