Quantum Sail Design Group’s David Flynn takes a look at the Zen of sailing better and faster in his series, “The Racers Edge.”
When it is critical for sailboat racers to be decisive and aggressive. When he who hesitates on the racecourse is lost.
Moments on the sailing racecourse that demand patience from competitors. ~By David Flynn of Quantum Sails
Common attributes of successful racing sailors who compete in distance races. ~By David Flynn of Quantum Sails
The begininngs of a basic glossary of confusing sailboat racing terms frequently used on the racecourse. ~by David Flynn of Quantum Sails
It is not always easy to have the right sail up at the right time. Invariably the breeze ends up dropping or building unexpectedly, and we all know how painful a sail change can be.
Specialty sails, onboard weight, trimming upwind, and downwind technique for light wind cruising sailing. ~By David Flynn of Quantum Sails
When sailboat racing in light wind, consider these tips about attitude, race committee, pressure, and starts by Quantum Sails David Flynn.
Trim and technique allow you to be the master of your sailboat when it gets windy, instead of the other way around.
The boat speed puzzle beyond the numbers: stay open-minded and ready to adapt to unusual conditions.