Understanding the new rules

Article Abstract:

Changes to yacht racing rules concerning buoy room at the starting mark, inside overlaps, requirements to be closehauled, pumping the spinnaker guy or sheet, serious damage and objections to improper actions are discussed.

Laws, regulations and rules, Sailboat racing, Yacht racing

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Society high

Article Abstract:

A yacht cruise in the Leeward Islands of Tahiti aboard a 72-ft sloop is described. Attractions of the islands include watersports, plantations to explore and remnants of Polynesian culture.

Description and travel, Yachts and yachting, Yachting, Yachts, French Polynesia, Tahiti, Bora Bora

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Sailhandling the easy way

Article Abstract:

The AeroRig is an unstayed carbon-fiber rig that allows both main and jib to trimmed with a single light-load sheet. Its main advantage is ease of handling, especially on a larger boat.

Innovations, Product information, Masts and rigging, Carbospars Ltd.

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