Many new sailors ask us what “vang sheeting” means. More experienced sailors understand the term, but may not execute it […]
Vang Sheeting and Snugging: Video from International Sailing Academy Read Post »
We’ve had several newer sailors ask us about sailing by the lee. This is not a well-understood topic, especially for
Sailing by the Lee: A Primer Read Post »
Accelerating Check out this video on accelerating an Opti, with narration and overlays by Shirley Robertson – double Olympic gold
Accelerating an Opti – with Shirley Robertson – YouTube Read Post »
Here’s a well-done video from the International Sailing Academy showing the importance of shooting up to maintain your gap on
Starting: Shooting Up to Maintain Your Gap Read Post »
These two videos are about sailing in waves while either pinching or footing. One would not ordinarily want to pinch
Pinching and Footing in Waves Read Post »
This video is a good reinforcement of the need to make constant sail trim adjustments and minimize steering. Many sailors
SportVid – Laser Sailing Upwind Read Post »
Steve Cockerill shared top tips for dinghy handling at the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show in London in early March 2017.
Gain Dinghy Handling Skills With Fresh Insights Read Post »
