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I break down the five points of sail, the no-go zone myth, and why pinching kills your speed. A no-nonsense FAQ for sailors who want to actually move.
We compare pinching, bearing away, and motorsailing to help you decide the fastest, safest way to get upwind in a sailboat.
The misconception: downwind sailing is all about letting sails out and drifting. Wrong. Here's how to actually make your boat move when the wind's beh...
Learn why the beam reach is the fastest point of sail and how to harness its power with proper trim and technique.
Think you need to sail close to the wind for speed? Wrong. I'll show you why beam reach is your fastest point and how to trim for it.
Stuck in a calm? Learn how to read the Beaufort scale, use apparent wind, and time your tacks to keep moving when the breeze fades.
Most sailors think close-hauled is the fastest way upwind, but the truth is the beam reach wins on speed. Here's why, and when to trade speed for poin...
Think the beam reach is your speed zone? Think again. The fastest point of sail depends on apparent wind. Here's the truth.