Bin durch Zufall auf Eure tolle ! Seite(n) gestoßen; was ich bis jetzt gelesen habe ist klasse – ich hoffe, ich kann meine Jungs jetzt besser überzeugen ! – is german ok here or are all you guys US and others ?
Another important point is that the strategic rounding only really works if you will have clear air leaving the mark. If you are in the middle of the fleet in a group of boats, a tactical rounding is almost always better so you can have clear air and keep your options open to tack without a boat blocking you.
Very important to know the rules when doing these roundings, especially in larger fleets. Mainly to protect yourself, not necessarily to get over on others.
Danny Z
This article is derived from Bill Gladstone’s (that’s me…) book Performance Racing Tactics. Get the current edition direct from the author at: https://northu.com/types/books-media/
Most of the ones on Amazon are used or previous edition at the same price….
I just bought both a Velocitek Shift and a Prostart 2020 and as a new beginner I would appreciate if someone would like to share some ‘best practice’.
Welcome Klaus! Deutsch is certainly welcome! Happy to have you share any sailing tips that you have. -Rob
Bin durch Zufall auf Eure tolle ! Seite(n) gestoßen; was ich bis jetzt gelesen habe ist klasse – ich hoffe, ich kann meine Jungs jetzt besser überzeugen ! – is german ok here or are all you guys US and others ?
This was a great article/commentary. I have often heard the term but never really understood it until now. Thanks a lot. Adrian
Another important point is that the strategic rounding only really works if you will have clear air leaving the mark. If you are in the middle of the fleet in a group of boats, a tactical rounding is almost always better so you can have clear air and keep your options open to tack without a boat blocking you.
Very important to know the rules when doing these roundings, especially in larger fleets. Mainly to protect yourself, not necessarily to get over on others.
Danny Z
This article is derived from Bill Gladstone’s (that’s me…) book Performance Racing Tactics. Get the current edition direct from the author at:
https://northu.com/types/books-media/
Most of the ones on Amazon are used or previous edition at the same price….
Thanks!
Bill Gladstone
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I too would like a How to best use the Shift, or similar, during races and practices. Real examples would be greatly appreciated!
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