Getting the most from polars
Article Abstract:
A polar curve indicates a boat's potential speed at all wind angles and for a true-wind speed, providing the crew the target boatspeed to shoot. Performance information aids sailors to make better decisions. Techniques on determining a boat's target speeds using polar curves are presented.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1998
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Precision 165
Article Abstract:
The Precision 165 is a trailerable fiberglass daysailer that offers weekend accommodations for two. Sailing performance is lively, and tracking is good. The base price is $6,595.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1996
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