The First Beat Does Not A Regatta Make

An analysis of first-beat racing strategy showing how a boat's position after the first mark can dramatically change during the rest of the race, with statistics and tactical hints for gaining positions after the first mark.

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• racing strategy
• first beat
• tactical analysis
• race results
• Midwinters