Weather or Not

Editor John Duckworth discusses the challenges of weather forecasting for sailing events and low participation due to inaccurate forecasts. He shares personal experiences of regattas with unexpectedly manageable conditions and suggests ways to make events more enjoyable, including diversifying forecasting resources, adapting with smaller sails, and adding shore-based activities to build camaraderie.

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• weather forecasting
• regatta planning
• wind forecast
• Thistle racing
• regatta logistics