What is Sail Twist and how to use it
Managing sail twist can increase the performance, speed, and control of the sails. What is Sail Twist and how to use it…
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Meet Sailing Instructor Mark Noneman – Catamarans!
Meet pro Catamaran sailing instructor Mark Noneman of Calypso Sailing. Learn more about Mark, how he got started, and his advice to sailors.
A Stopper Knot in Time Saves…
For a beginner or advanced sailor, a properly tied stopper knot will always keep your line accessible and in its proper place.
NauticEd and MarineVerse Launch World’s First Virtual Reality Sailing Course
The virtual reality sailing training is expected to revolutionize sailing education by better preparing and entertaining sailors.
Meet Sailing Instructor Amanda Swan – New Zealand
Meet top sailing instructor Capt. Amanda Swan in New Zealand. Over 380,000 ocean miles, including the first all-women Whitbread yacht, sailed from the Arctic to Antarctica… 30 years of sail-training. Wow!
Latitudes and Attitudes Magazine Subscription
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Sea Monster Story: Katabatic Winds
Well actually not so terrifying and not REALLY a sea monster BUT … We spent about 20 minutes starring at the effect of katabatic winds blasting down the valleys and exploding into the water.
Virtual Reality Sailing Training
NauticEd Creates Partnership to Launch VR Sailing Training. Learn more about NauticEd’s Virtual Reality Sailing Training.
Helpful Yacht Charter Topics and FAQs
Chartering can be complicated. We’ve simplified it with this series of articles covering helpful yacht charter topics and FAQs.
Puerto Rico Yacht Charter and Sailing Vacations
Thinking of a Puerto Rico yacht charter and sailing vacation? We have got some of the answers and suggestions for you here.
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