Sail the Sounds

With approximately 59 VHF marine channels available to us there is often confusion as to what channels are to be used.  Hopefully this tip will clear some of the fog. ... Read more...

As a sailing instructor, I often get questions about the main traveler. What is that track doing there, and how should I use it? The traveler under the boom adjusts the sheeting angle on the main, and thus the sail`s twist. When the main sheet is pulling straight down, it tends to flatten the sail. When it is pulling at a more horizontal angle, the boom has a less downward tension on it. The boom can then rise, giving tha sail mor twist - the upper portion will be further from t... Read more...

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