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Sailboat Racing Tips: Foot to the Header
Put the bow down and get to the next shift, says Racing Editor Mike Ingham, exploring the benefits of footing, tactically and strategically.
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Dave Reed
February 4, 2025
Racing editor Mike Ingham explores the adage of footing to the header and the VMG gains and losses.
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