Reading the wind
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The group of novice sailors is taken for a day sail and explained them how to read the wind and person would be able to sail a boat more efficiently and faster and would have more fun only when he understands the wind accurately. However, for many sailors, reading the wind is a mystery, but by following the techniques would be able to judge what the wind would do next.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2005
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A fine breed of cruising racer
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Warren Brown's War Baby is a comfortable cruising yacht as well as an ocean racer that has won the Astor Cup and other races. Brown's adventures aboard the sailboat include a 9-year trip with visits to 80 countries.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2001
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Performance cruising: Upping the light-air ante
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Although light-air sailing can be tedious, it is important to know this technique to keep the boat moving. However, when sailing fast, boats are quite stable and maneuver easily.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2003
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