The MC Sailing Association (MCSA) controls the MC Scow scantlings. The MCSA revised the scantlings in August 2013. To read the scantlings, go to the MC Sailing Association – Rule Book and Scantlings. MC-Scow Tuning Guide and Speed Tips –…
I grew up sailing lasers and love having at least four sets (of mainsail telltales). Most sailors think this is overkill, but I think more information on the wind flowing thru the sail only can help. Rob Seidelmann, perennial MC…
Race Signals Worksheet Think you know the race signals? Here’s a race signals worksheet to challenge yourself or your sailing school students. Simply download the worksheet and fill in the blanks for each flag shape: Name of flag (X, I,…
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The National Class A Scow Association (NCASA) controls the A Scow scantlings. The last revision is dated December 19. 2007. To read the scantlings, go to the NCASA Class Rules. A-Scow Tuning GuidesSailing Fleets: A-Scow Board A Scow Scantlings: Read Them…
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The Inland Lake Yachting Association (ILYA) controls the C Scow scantlings. The ILYA revised the scantlings in November 2016. To read the scantlings, go to the ILYA Scantling Rules for Sanctioned Classes. C-Scow Tuning GuidesSailing Fleets: C-Scow BoardSetting Jackstay Tension…
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Starve your distractions; feed your focus Anonymous How well do you manage your thought process on the race course? Do you focus on one element of racing at the expense of others? Do you dwell on negative self-talk? Does your mind…
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How to Rig an E-Scow Spinnaker
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You can increase the percentage of decisions that lead to successful outcomes. For example, if you make the right decision 70% of the time, it might be possible to increase that to 75% or 80%. Even this small increase of…
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My favorite rule of thumb, and one that I have used with great success many times, is to ‘sail the long tack first.’ This is a simple, nearly foolproof guideline that is easy to use and often comes with great…
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Ever wonder why you sometimes can sail fast when the breeze feels light and there are no ripples on the water? Or why you might sail faster and point higher on one tack than the other? The answer may be…
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