As the velocity of the wind increases or decreases, you need to adjust the draft of your sails for the best efficiency. For instance, you set sail in a 10-knot…
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Sailing Miles Out at Sea Requires Special Safety Considerations! Sailing in the infamous 1979 Fastnet Race, when an unforecast storm with 85 knots demolished the fleet and caused 15 deaths,…
Convenience, ease of operation and safety make roller-furling headsails popular with cruising sailors. Most cruising sailboats use roller-furling headsails. In this roller furling system, the jib is hoisted in a…
Using the Wind: Other Options for Depowering You might be out there alone or with inexperienced crew. Or you might be sailing a boat that doesn’t have sails you can…
The Transatlantic Race – Past and Present Starting June 28, 2015 forty-one yachts ranging from 40’ to 125’ will set sail from the Castle Hill Light at Newport, RI to…
More can be gained or lost in one healthy wind shift that can usually be made up by any amount of boat speed or superior sailing.
Exercises for Sailing One of the wonderful things about sailing is how forgiving it is. You can participate at any exertion level: casual cruiser or hot racer. But during a…
How To Overcome Seasickness Whether it’s you or someone you know, dealing with seasickness can be a paralyzing problem on board. Here are some tips on how to prevent seasickness…
