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Light Air Sailing In A Thistle

Samuel V. Merrick May, 1957 page 1–8

Comprehensive technical article on sailing Thistles in light air conditions. Covers specific techniques for sails, crew positioning, windward leg strategies, reaching, and downhill sailing to maximize performance in minimal wind.

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  • light air
  • sailing technique
  • Thistle racing
  • tactics