The News, Culture and Practice of Sailing woodenboats
in Australia, New Zealand & The South Pacific.
“Sail she by da leech, mon!”
Emiliano Marino states categorically that, “Flat is faster and less powerful, Full is slower and more powerful.” I understand this to be a simplified description of the aerodynamics of sails made by a master sailmaker.
Whooper Wins British Classic Week
After a six-race series in windy conditions, Laurent Giles designed sloop WHOOPER triumphed to win this year's British Classic Week regatta overall.
Wyruna’s Restoration Part One
The choice between the chainsaw and a full restoration is often a difficult one. WYRUNA is lucky enough to have found two realistic owners and a shipwright who knows exactly what he’s doing. WATCH PART ONE.
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