Sailing Rules

Sailing Basics
Speed, Strength, and Smarts are three essential keys to unlocking success in any sport, and sailing is no different. A speedy sailor may not have the physical or mental endurance required to give it his or her all to the end of the race. A strong sailor may lack the savvy needed to make the best use of wind, current, and position relative to other boats. A smart racer may lack the speed or strength necessary to burst ahead of the pack. The best sailors develop all three aspects of their racing to their fullest potential, creating a complex sport which takes years to master.

Racing Strategy
The basic principles of sailboat racing are get ahead and stay ahead. Sailors learn to analyze weather patterns and read the wind on the water so they can [Read more...]