How to Reach in Heavy Air
Blast reaching under an asymmetrical spinnaker can be, well a blast, but walking the line between control and a wipeout can sometimes prove difficult.
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Blast reaching under an asymmetrical spinnaker can be, well a blast, but walking the line between control and a wipeout can sometimes prove difficult.
When it comes to winning a long event, it’s good for everyone to be on the same page about what’s essential – from the practice until the final race.
Everyone wants to excel and make the top of the podium; however, nothing is worth a severely damaged boat, or worse, injured crew
Techniques may differ for jibing symmetrical and asymmetrical spinnakers, but the same three key elements remain.
Weight is key in sailing performance. Jay Sharkey gives his pro tips on making the best of the weight onboard whenever you’re on the water.
Terry Flynn reflects on the lessons learned sailing in a one-design fleet to keep in mind on the race course.
Steering, trim and weight are three critical elements to a perfect tack
Want to win your next big event? Don’t overthink the problem, just follow these simple steps and you’ll be well on your way.
Practice makes perfect, so make sure you’re getting the most out of your warmup for the first big regattas of the season.
Practice makes perfect, and there’s no time to practice like before you head out for the season’s first big regatta.
Feeling slow? Take a look at these four factors that have the biggest effect on your speed and get moving!
The role of the bow person is multidimensional; the person on the pointy-end has a tough job and has to be fast and efficient at all times.
Blast reaching under an asymmetrical spinnaker can be, well a blast, but walking the line between control and a wipeout can sometimes prove difficult.
When it comes to winning a long event, it’s good for everyone to be on the same page about what’s essential – from the practice until the final race.
Everyone wants to excel and make the top of the podium; however, nothing is worth a severely damaged boat, or worse, injured crew
Techniques may differ for jibing symmetrical and asymmetrical spinnakers, but the same three key elements remain.
Weight is key in sailing performance. Jay Sharkey gives his pro tips on making the best of the weight onboard whenever you’re on the water.
Terry Flynn reflects on the lessons learned sailing in a one-design fleet to keep in mind on the race course.
Steering, trim and weight are three critical elements to a perfect tack
Want to win your next big event? Don’t overthink the problem, just follow these simple steps and you’ll be well on your way.
Practice makes perfect, so make sure you’re getting the most out of your warmup for the first big regattas of the season.
Practice makes perfect, and there’s no time to practice like before you head out for the season’s first big regatta.
Feeling slow? Take a look at these four factors that have the biggest effect on your speed and get moving!
The role of the bow person is multidimensional; the person on the pointy-end has a tough job and has to be fast and efficient at all times.
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