Characteristic Traits and Framework for Determining Upwind Strategies

Dryden, winner of the 1998 and 1999 National Championships, shares his approach to upwind strategy. He discusses key traits including flexibility, high intensity, decision-making mode, communication, and "the zone," then explains his systematic framework for assessing wind patterns, current, mark positioning, and starting line strategy.

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• racing tactics
• upwind strategy
• wind analysis
• Nationals champion