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Racing Technique & Boat Handling Instruction

Balance Your Boat to Win

Chuck Steigerwald, 1972 National Champion, explains the technical principles of boat balance and how to use hull immersion, centerboard adjustment, and brake action to optimize boat performance in different wind conditions.

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  • Chuck Steigerwald
  • boat handling
  • technique
  • hull design
  • brake adjustment