There is an old sail trim adage, “trim the front of the jib and back of the mainsail,” or where the wind meets and leaves the sail plan. Telltales are a key tool helping you figure out what is going on at these critical junctures, and that is why they are placed just aft of the leading edge of the headsail and off the leech of the mainsail.
Here are some sailboat racing basics for the uninitiated sailor interested in on-the-water competition.
Here’s your SpinSheet Racing Roundup for July 22-23, complete with stormy weather and racing fun.
Screwpile Lighthouse Challenge photos are up online for your downloading pleasure.
For a successful chart experience, don't leave a charter base without getting answers to these five questions.
CHESSS helps sailors gain experience and confidence in single-handing or double-handing their boat.
When cruising to St. Michaels, not everything goes as planned... ~by Aidan Palmer
Here's your racing roundup for May 26-29 including the Down the Bay Race, Miles River Race, and America's Cup.
SpinSheet's editor discusses the merits of waking up in a new place on her Baycation.
SpinSheet's editor takes a Baycation and explores two Mill Creeks on her rain day.
