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Resources and Tips

US Sailing provides resources in a variety of areas to help you get up to speed. Whether you’re just starting out, looking for the edge on the race course, or trying to determine the best place to charter, you’ll find info here. We’ve compiled videos and resources from our vast network of partners into one place. And if you’re looking for something and don’t see it, ask! We can be reached at keelboat@ussailing.org or 401.683.0800.

 

New Sailors

  1. Jib and Mainsail Trim: How Telltales Work
  2. Coiling a line
  3. Square knot
  4. Round Turn and Two Half Hitches
  5. Figure 8 knot
<<Additional Resources for New Sailors

Cruising and Chartering

  1. Sharing the Seas: Safe Boating for Sailors and Whales
  2. How to Anchor a Sailboat
  3. Using a Windlass
  4. Top 10 Reasons to Sail a Catamaran
  5. Bareboat Cruising: Weather and the Sailing Environment
<<Additional Resources for Cruising and Chartering

Racing Tips

  1. Lake Sailing Tips
  2. Speed & Smarts: In light air, go for better pressure
  3. Dave Perry’s Racing Rules: Quiz 23
  4. Speed & Smarts: In heavy air, play the shifts
  5. Distance Racing Fundamentals
<<Additional Resources for Racing Tips

Safety & Preparedness

  1. Cruising Crew Overboard Prevention: How to Remain Aboard
  2. The Art of Rig Tune & Bend
<<Additional Resources for Safety & Preparedness

Weather & Wind

  1. Lake Sailing Tips
  2. Weather Forecasting: Thunderstorms and Squalls
  3. Bareboat Cruising: Weather and the Sailing Environment
<<Additional Resources for Weather & Wind

Did you know that an IPC can open up chartering opportunities in Europe? Click the image to learn more.

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