How is steering downwind different from steering upwind? It takes more latent ability to steer a boat well on reaches and, especially, on runs. You’ll see a greater number of good helmsmen upwind than ...

We’re all familiar with the phrase, “Hey buddy, what’s your angle? Everyone’s got an angle.” While the question clearly isn’t aimed at sailing, it’s still a good one for us. Having the right angle is ...

Ask a skiff sailor what the hardest boat is to sail and most will nominate the 12ft skiff, a development class sailed by two ...