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…
This category develops your ability to sail smart, focusing on racing strategy and tactics. Subcategories include strategy principles, tactical principles, and specific strategies and tactics for starting, upwind, downwind, reaching, marks and finishes.
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…
Ever get the feeling that the casual post-race conversation doesn’t tell the whole story about race performance? Ever wished you had solid data to focus your improvement plan? Race analysis may be part of the solution. In this article we…
°Get a compass! Without a compass, it seems there is a herd mentality, a tendency to go with the crowd. With a compass you’ll know why you are going with the crowd, or not. Sailboat Racing with Greg Fisher Until…
Chapman Petersen, of Lake Geneva Yacht Club, was the 2018 ILYA X boat champion in the senior fleet. In a 45-boat fleet, Chapman dominated, with a final total of nine points in a seven race-regatta (one throwout). Chapman graciously agreed…
Racing Strategy & Tactics
Top Five Finishers Share Race Course Notes at the ILYA MC Invitational 2018
SailZing captured the top five finishers on video as they share race course notes at the ILYA MC Invitational, held at Nagawicka Lake Yacht Club in July 2018. The competition was tough, with shifty winds and varying velocity. Thanks to…
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