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Use Gears Tactically for Puffs and Separation
How do you use gears tactically? In our post Learn to Change Gears, we discussed three primary gears to manage […]
Seven Depowering Tools – Sail Controls, Rig Tuning, Boat Trim
Our recent post, Learn to Change Gears, focused on three upwind “gears:” footing, pointing, and max VMG. These gears rely […]
The Importance of Memory in Performance
In several posts, we’ve claimed that top sailors tend to remember racing scenarios in more detail than average sailors. We […]
Build Excellence and Inclusiveness – Tips for Sailing Instructors
How do you build excellence and inclusiveness in your sailing team? The Inland Lake Yachting Association (ILYA) sponsored a clinic […]
Learn to Change Gears: Footing, Max VMG, and Pointing
Top sailors know how to “change gears” to adapt to the needs of the boat. In this post, we discuss […]
Capsize and Turtle Recovery for Sailors and Chase Boats
Capsize and turtle recovery in a sailboat is easier if you know the tricks. In many small boats, you can […]
Enhanced Dinghy Racing Curriculum: Skills Kit – 2022 Edition
Are you looking for an enhanced dinghy racing curriculum? If so, consider the Skills Kit – 2022 Edition. The Skills […]
Sail, Race and Win: Take A Serious Approach to Improvement
A Different Kind of Sailing Book Eric Twiname’s Sail, Race and Win might be the best book available about becoming a […]
ILYA Racing Curriculum, 2022 – for members and non-members
In polling, we learned that many sailing schools need an up-to-date curriculum guide. As a result, the Inland Lake Yachting […]
Dinghy Jib Trim, Part 1: Basics
Basic jib trim on a dinghy is not difficult, but beginning racers need to know a few things. In this […]
