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Mark Roundings

Tactical Leeward Gate Essentials

The goal of a leeward gate rounding is to pick the best gate mark to allow short-term gains, a quick exit from under the fleet and a move toward the next shift.

Quantum Racing

In and Out at the Leeward Mark

Races can be won and lost in the corners, especially at the leeward mark. Here’s where being proactive can really make the difference.

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How to Gain at the Gate

A crowded leeward-gate rounding is a perfect opportunity to pass boats, and more often than not, the best solution is the path of least resistance.

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When Mark Room Ends

When you’re entitled to mark-room, up to four maneuvers are allowed before you’re entitlement ends.

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Smart Roundings at the Weather Mark

Join the layline parade to the weather mark too early or too late, and you’ll struggle to round. Pick the right moment, and you’ll capitalize at the top of the beat.

Sailing Overlap rules

Rules: Eight Ways the Game Has Changed

From establishing the zone at the mark to enforcing common rules worldwide, eight rule changes have reshaped the sport of sailing over the past 50 years, for better or worse. Rules from our October 2012 issue.

Mark Roundings

Tactical Leeward Gate Essentials

The goal of a leeward gate rounding is to pick the best gate mark to allow short-term gains, a quick exit from under the fleet and a move toward the next shift.

Quantum Racing

In and Out at the Leeward Mark

Races can be won and lost in the corners, especially at the leeward mark. Here’s where being proactive can really make the difference.

markroundings

How to Gain at the Gate

A crowded leeward-gate rounding is a perfect opportunity to pass boats, and more often than not, the best solution is the path of least resistance.

racing rules of sailing

When Mark Room Ends

When you’re entitled to mark-room, up to four maneuvers are allowed before you’re entitlement ends.

soling

Smart Roundings at the Weather Mark

Join the layline parade to the weather mark too early or too late, and you’ll struggle to round. Pick the right moment, and you’ll capitalize at the top of the beat.

Sailing Overlap rules

Rules: Eight Ways the Game Has Changed

From establishing the zone at the mark to enforcing common rules worldwide, eight rule changes have reshaped the sport of sailing over the past 50 years, for better or worse. Rules from our October 2012 issue.

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