Physics and Sail Shape

Physics

A great tutorial on sail shape and trimming from Adam Walsh.
Quick note on the physics of sail shape.  The power (pull) and direction of that power generated by the sail is correlated to the max depth of the sails cord length. Meaning drawing a straight line from tack to clew.   At the point that has the max distance is known as max draft . …

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Vento Solare Launched 12 April 2022!

Vento Solare was launched at Borden Light Marina on the afternoon of 12 April.  The boat will remain at Borden Light for the next week as some last minute work is done before bringing the boat to its slip at the Navy Marina.  I want to thank all those who helped get the tasks done so we could launch.  …

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Approaching End of Season

The 2021 season was a little strange with a late start due to the damage from the March wind storm, followed later in the season with my bone headed move hitting a rock during the EGYC Annual regatta.  Fortunately, all was fixed and we were able to sail most events.  
Last weekend we completed the Conanicut ATI race. …

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