Take it Off! Sailing Without a Rudder

A detailed technical article exploring the principles and practical methods of sailing a Thistle without a rudder, covering boat balance, weight distribution, and systematic techniques to teach sailors fundamental boat handling skills.

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• sailing technique
• boat balance
• rudderless sailing
• training
• boat handling