The Physics of Sailing (KQED QUEST Video), Sailing Navigation Tips

The Physics of Sailing - KQED QUEST:

Northern California has a storied, 500-year history of sailing. But despite this rich heritage, scientists and boat designers continue to learn more each day about what makes a sail boat move. Contrary to what you might expect, the physics of sailing still present some mysteries to modern sailors.

Sailing Navigation Tips - How to Find Your Position by "EP"

Apr 1, 2017:  You approach the narrow entrance to an anchorage and need a fast, easy way to confirm the GPS. How can you use a bearing to a single object to do this? Watch the sailing video to find the answer. Captain John with 25+ years of experience shows you the no-nonsense cruising skills you need for safer sailing worldwide. Visit his website at https://www.skippertips.com and sign up for his highly popular Sailing Tip of the Week

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VOR Sail Boat On Reef A Loss; EXSS Sydney Video Preview

Volvo Ocean Race Team Vestas Wind Sail Boat On Reef Can Not Be Repaired--"simple human error…we didn’t look at the chart and we didn’t zoom in enough."
We'll be back | Volvo Ocean Race 2014-2015: "“It is Vestas’ clear ambition to get Team Vestas Wind out sailing again,” said the sailing team’s CEO Morten Albæk, at a press call in Abu Dhabi. “We’ll do everything within our means to make that happen. “That said, the assessment from all parties is that the boat can’t be repaired, and therefore one of the options we’re looking into is building a new boat,” added Albæk, who is also title sponsors Vestas’ Chief Marketing Officer."
To listen to the entire audio of the press conference call, please go here.

Extreme Sailing Series - Preview of the Final Act in Sydney, 11-14 December 2014, with SAP Sailing Analytics: David ‘Freddie’ Carr uses SAP Sailing Analytics to provide detailed insights into the on-water action so far. Discussing key parameters including: speed, manoeuvres, g-force, and angle to wind - helping the fans to get closer to the sport. 

Dolphin School | Volvo Ocean Race 2014-15 -
Team SCA gets a visit from a local Dolphin School in the Indian Ocean, training on their jumping techniques and having some fun gliding along in front of the boat. Dec 8, 2014

Volvo Ocean Race 2014-15, Leg 2, Cape Town to Abu Dhabi updates: 
JohnTheCrowd.com: VOR; 
Volvo Ocean Race official website; 
Volvo Ocean Race dashboard

Scuttlebutt Sailing News
Melbourne launches new ISAF Sailing World Cup season
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Melbourne, Australia (December 8, 2014) – The ISAF Sailing World Cup – Melbourne opened on Port Phillip for the 21st time today. A dry day with ...

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Australian Sailing Team and Nautica announce partnership with Melanoma Patients Australia
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The Australian Sailing Team (AST), in conjunction with Nautica, are proud to announce their partnership with Melanoma Patients Australia (MPA), the ...

Sport360°
Greek Olympians hoping to inspire a new generation of sailors
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“If I can be responsible for making kids go to the sailing club and try the sport then I will feel happy,” said Bekatorou, who participated in the ISAF ...

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Phoenix rising: Melges 24 bringing families together
Scuttlebutt Sailing News
Recognized the world over as a breakthrough boat for its speed and ease of sailing, the Melges 24 rode a wave of elite competition that slammed into ...

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