Sailing in puffs
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The random and erratic nature of puffs makes sailing in puffy conditions a challenge. An unstable airmass comprised of rapidly moving cool air, puffs may move in various directions. This makes it imperative for sailors to learn how puffs behave to be able to develop sound sailing techniques.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1998
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Use wake as a weapon
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Sailboat racers can use the two quarter-wakes created by their boats on a reach to gain an advantage during competitions. Defensively, quarter-wakes can be used to prevent other boats from passing. Offensively, racers can use the wake created by another boat to pass larger boats.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1995
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See your way to winning
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Racing sailors can use visualization as a technique to improving their racing skills before a practice session. Ways to use directed, detailed visualization are described.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
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