How a Boat Sails in Apparent Wind
Sailing 15 years ago 233,478 views
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Never sailed in my life and I still don't see how you can physically sail into wind, at all.
I would be grateful if you could address the following questions:
1. If I wished to set sail in an African dhow (non-motorized) with a fixed lateen sail, in which direction should I point my sail for maximum speed, and in which direction should I point my sail for maximum stability?
2. Is it possible to sail faster than the true wind in such a crude sail-boat (7m in length) if I was to trim my single lateen sail close-haul?
Thanks
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Most of your other videos are truly wonderful. This one just felt a little poor.
Besides your simple and highly effective explanations I love the drawings showing the events.
I wish I had it on a single dvd
Thanks, Cap
Armando Palha
Best - Captain John
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