Race tactics

Big events aren’t just won on the water, they are made through preparation. Whether it’s your first championship or the final regatta of the season, how you prepare in the weeks before racing can make all the difference. Plan backwards from Day 1 Start by working backwards from the event start date. What needs to be ready by then? Equipment  – Is your boat fully measured, foils smooth, ropes fresh, and spares packed? Make a checklist early on, not the night before travel. Log

As we enter winter, a lot of winter training begins and to make the most of it, try to think of your training like a pyramid: each level...

Knowing how to “read” the water is a skill that separates reactive sailors from proactive ones. While many sailors focus on wind shifts,...

It is surprisingly common to see boats lose precious ground on the reach—sometimes without even realising it. Yet for a leg that often...

Having a pre-race routine isn’t about superstition or going through the motions. It’s a system to help you: Make better decisions Spot...

The 5 minutes before the start —they feel like a blur of jostling boats and some shouting going on between boats. But for smart sailors,...

Want to supercharge your training? Pair up with a buddy boat! Two-boat testing is one of the fastest ways to find real gains—especially...

One of the biggest tactical gains in sailboat racing often happens before the start gun: figuring out what the wind is doing. Two common...

When it comes to improving your sailing, nothing beats time on the water—but how you train makes a big difference. One of the most...

The leeward gate is an area for massive gains, but can also lead to big mistakes! Here are three common errors and how to style them out:...

Sailing upwind efficiently is a crucial skill for any sailor! Sailing upwind efficiently is a crucial skill for any sailor! The Upwind...