Tactics for trapezoidal courses
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Trapezoidal sailing courses are a more spectator- and media-friendly alternative to regular courses. Success in these courses require prioritizing to gain favorable starting position, which can be enhanced by stop-and-go and park it drills.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1995
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Changing gears to maximize boat speed
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Successful sailboat racing requires changing sail trim as wind velocity changes. Techniques for estimating the strength of wind puffs and changing the sail shape are discussed.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
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Rounding buoys quickly and cleanly
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Rounding a buoy from a beat to a reach can be an effective racing tactic. Techniques for rounding from a reach or a run to a beat are also presented.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1993
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