To win an Olympic gold medal
Article Abstract:
Don McNamara's loss to Australian Bill Northam in the 5.5 meter class at the 1964 Olympics was analyzed so that similar mistakes might be avoided by other sailors. The loss of the heavily-favored American was attributed to magical thinking that can either produce timidity or excessive daring.
Publication Name: Sailing World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0889-4094
Year: 1999
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The long tack
Article Abstract:
Sailors who want to take advantage of the weather mark should follow the long tack. The latter helps the boat to avoid the laylines where poor wind shifts are usually located. The long tack is oftentimes the path of heading shifts.
Publication Name: Sailing World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0889-4094
Year: 1999
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Stick to the median-wind layline
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Maintaining the median-wind layline and avoiding overstanding are important tactics during racing.
Publication Name: Sailing World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0889-4094
Year: 2001
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