Quantum Sail Design Group’s David Flynn takes a look at the Zen of sailing better and faster in his series, “The Racers Edge.”
Size, shape, balancing the helm, and other considerations for using staysails in point-to-point sailboat racing.
Tips for Racing Sailors on Practicing Like You Race
At all skill levels here are some common themes that all happy and successful sailboat racing teams share. ~By David Flynn of Quantum Sails
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