Racing & Aerodynamics Talk
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Join us for one of our sailing talks!
This time, we’re diving into two exciting topics: Racing and Aerodynamics.
🌊 Racing: Strategy, Rules & Getting Started
Ever wondered why people race sailboats — or how they do it? We’ll cover:
- Different race formats: fleet, team, match, inshore & offshore
- How to follow races online and decode the winner (One Design vs IRC/ORC)
- What’s in a Notice of Race? Understanding routes, flags & signals
- The Racing Rules of Sailing: who has the right of way and when?
- Start line tactics: finding the favored side, timing your approach, and staying safe
- How to get involved: roles on a raceboat, picking a boat, and even virtual regattas
🌬️ Aerodynamics in Sailing
We’ll explore the invisible forces at play:
- Basics of sail aerodynamics and how wind interacts with sails
- Lift, drag, and the science behind sail trim
- How small tweaks can make you go faster