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Video: Upwind Sheeting Angle for Singlehanders

by Toby Peacock 8 May 2020 12:30 UTC
Hendrik Battiau (BEL) works upwind on day 2 of the Magic Marine Solo Nation's Cup in Carnac © Will Loy

Toby Peacock gives a comprehensive mathematical explanation as to why (most) single sail boats don't sheet to the centreline.

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