Sheeting the main hard enough on an MC Scow in breeze can be taxing, especially over a day with multiple races. A 5:1 mainsheet purchase makes this easier compared to the 4:1 purchase found on many MCs. It also gives…
One-Design Class Tips
This category includes collections of tips for the featured one-design classes, including handling, rigging/tuning, and boat upgrades.
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Downwind is a great time to make gains if you pay attention, take advantage of opportunities and manage your boat well. Here are ideas for sailing fast and winning downwind in 14-20 MPH winds provided by 2018 Australian & 2018…
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Water under your boat can be fast. Water IN your boat is almost always slow. 2018 Australian & 2018 New Zealand Optimist Champion Fletcher Walters demonstrates his champion techniques for sailing and bailing in this video. Of course, practice is…
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SailZing caught up with Will Hendershot at the 2018 Southeast Regional Regatta at Lake Eustis. Will had just completed several unique MC Scow modifications to reduce the chance for errors and make sailing the boat easier. See the mods in…
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The MC Sailing Association (MCSA) controls the MC Scow scantlings. The MCSA last revised the scantlings in August 2013. To read the scantlings, go to the MC Sailing Association – Rule Book and Scantlings or read them below. MC-Scow Tuning Guide…
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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 or read them blow. A-Scow Tuning GuidesSailing Fleets: A-Scow Board A Scow…