by stu9487 | Apr 28, 2026 | How to Resources
Round the Island Race: A Practical First-Timer’s Playbook The Round the Island Race is one of those rare events that feels bigger than racing. It is a full lap of the Isle of Wight with hundreds of boats around you; from weekend cruisers to serious race teams. That...
by stu9487 | Apr 21, 2026 | How to Resources
Managing Power as Conditions Change Reefing is not about slowing the boat down; it is about keeping control, balance, and confidence as conditions change. A well-executed reef allows the yacht to stay upright, efficient, and comfortable, while protecting both the rig...
by stu9487 | Apr 20, 2026 | How to Resources
There Are Few Better Feelings in Sailing Than ‘NewSail’Day You have just collected your sails. Or they have arrived at the dock in those bright, shiny yellow Sanders bags that glow like treasure chests. You unzip them carefully. That crisp Dacron crackle. That...
by stu9487 | Apr 20, 2026 | Batten Guides
Step 1: Prepare the Sail and Battens Lay the sail out flat with the batten pockets facing upwards. Identify each batten and check for any markings or labels to confirm their correct order. Many battens are directional, with a tapered end designed to face towards the...
by stu9487 | Apr 17, 2026 | Meet the Sailors
Few classes on the Solent combine heritage, close racing and pure sailing skill quite like the X One Design. Designed by Alfred Westmacott in 1909, the 21-foot keelboat has been a cornerstone of Solent racing for more than a century and continues to produce some of...
