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SAILING
Unlike propeller-driven boats that you basically point and accelerate,
sailboats present an interesting challenge. Sailing requires constant
reaction to water movements, wind gusts and direction changes. These
reactions then require adjustment of the rudder and sails in order to fi nd
the best possible course. In some cases, transmitter adjustments are
suffi cient. At other times, it will be necessary to make physically adjust
the sails via the rigging lines. There is no substitute for actual “on-the-
water” experience and after your fi rst couple of outings you may want
to re-read this manual to help you to gain a better understanding of the
“art” of sailing. While learning to sail, it is a good idea to pick up on as
much sailing terminology as possible; this will make it easier to grasp
some aspects.
READING THE WIND
When you get to your favorite pond, take a few moments to observe
wind direction, speed, and frequency of gusts and adjust your sailboat’s
rigging as necessary. What follows are guidelines for tuning your ship’s
sails and rigging, but with experience you will gain the ability to fi ne-tune
your sails and rigging for optimal performance, regardless of conditions.
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For light wind conditions (1-5 mph): Use the adjustment blocks
(bowsies) located between the tops of the sails and the masthead to
tighten the sails so they will respond to the slightest push from the
wind.
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For medium wind (6-10 mph): Loosen the sails slightly in order to
fi nd the most effi cient combination of sail shape and tension. As a
rough guideline, you will want it somewhere in-between the light and
high wind set-up.
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For high wind conditions (11-15 mph): Loosen the jib and mainsail
further. They will be better able to handle the high winds and your hull
will be less likely to lay over on its side.
GETTING WHERE YOU NEED TO GO
Sailboats can easily sail downwind but sailing against the wind can be
quite challenging. In fact, sailboats cannot sail directly into the wind and
attempting to do so will leave you “in irons.” Sailboats can sail at up
to a 45° angle against the wind. Movement against the wind is known
as tacking. Take a moment to study the diagram at right as you read
through these defi nitions.
PORT TACK
CLOSE-REACHED
PORT TACK
CLOSE-HAULED
STARBOARD TACK
CLOSE-REACHED
STARBOARD TACK
CLOSE-HAULED
IN IRONS
BEAM REACH
BEAM REACH
DOWNWIND
BROAD REACH
BROAD REACH
BROAD REACH
BROAD REACH