Racing With One Crew

Ed Fracker describes techniques for sailing a Thistle with only two people instead of three, sharing practical solutions developed with Bill Wersley. The article covers upwind technique, spinnaker handling with reduced crew, and lightweight fittings modifications needed for effective two-person racing.

This is a summary. The full article text is © the Thistle Class Association — read the original scan via the link above.

• crewing
• sailing technique
• two-person sailing
• modifications
• racing