Boat Speed & Open Water Racing for the Inland Sailor

Comprehensive technical article about developing boat speed in medium and heavy air on open water, covering transition from inland lakes, major factors in boat speed, equipment, crew weight, sailing technique, and balance for windward racing.

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• Boat speed
• Racing technique
• Open water
• Inland lakes