Chris Bedford’s Summer Race Day Forecast Links
When trying to figure out what the weather will be like before a big race day, inexperienced competitors sometimes make the mistake of jumping right
When trying to figure out what the weather will be like before a big race day, inexperienced competitors sometimes make the mistake of jumping right
Terry Hutchinson offers his expert advice on rounding leeward gates. From our August 2001 issue.
Developing a mastery of sailing and speed under sail was once a way to make a living and also useful in getting through hazardous voyages.
TECHNIQUE How do you optimize your rig for speed? Where should you position your feet when stepping out on the wire? How do you divide
For Rick Tomlinson, photography was initially just something to do when he wasnt on watch. In 1985, Tomlinson, then a sailor, and boatbuilder in England,
Everyone knows theres a favored end of the starting line and a favored side of the course, but many sailors forget that theres also a
Once upon a time, this magazine published a regular column by a hot 20-something one-design sailor named Dave Perry. For several years, “Winning In One-Designs:
In previous columns, we discussed the importance of understanding the gradient wind as a basis for predicting where the next shift will come from (Strategy,
A custom forecast should include a table of predicted windspeed and direction, like the one shown here. In addition, a general overview and a detailed
Youve compiled a list of racing questions but dont have the nerve to approach and ply your local rock star. Dont worry, Tom Hubbell sat
Being behind a pack of boats is undesirable heading to the windward mark, but it’s not the end of the world. Bob Merrick explains how to gain at the top of the first beat. From our November 2001 issue.
When trying to figure out what the weather will be like before a big race day, inexperienced competitors sometimes make the mistake of jumping right
Terry Hutchinson offers his expert advice on rounding leeward gates. From our August 2001 issue.
Developing a mastery of sailing and speed under sail was once a way to make a living and also useful in getting through hazardous voyages.
TECHNIQUE How do you optimize your rig for speed? Where should you position your feet when stepping out on the wire? How do you divide
For Rick Tomlinson, photography was initially just something to do when he wasnt on watch. In 1985, Tomlinson, then a sailor, and boatbuilder in England,
Everyone knows theres a favored end of the starting line and a favored side of the course, but many sailors forget that theres also a
Once upon a time, this magazine published a regular column by a hot 20-something one-design sailor named Dave Perry. For several years, “Winning In One-Designs:
In previous columns, we discussed the importance of understanding the gradient wind as a basis for predicting where the next shift will come from (Strategy,
A custom forecast should include a table of predicted windspeed and direction, like the one shown here. In addition, a general overview and a detailed
Youve compiled a list of racing questions but dont have the nerve to approach and ply your local rock star. Dont worry, Tom Hubbell sat
Being behind a pack of boats is undesirable heading to the windward mark, but it’s not the end of the world. Bob Merrick explains how to gain at the top of the first beat. From our November 2001 issue.
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