Reefing Safely
May 11, 2026
When it comes to managing a blow, reefing is just one part of the equation.
When it comes to managing a blow, reefing is just one part of the equation.
Log the Glass These days with weather forecasts available wherever there is WiFi, it doesn’t do to forget the old ways. Last season I was
Do away with mean reef points I’m always pleased to be on a boat with reef points for the mainsail. Without a stack pack, tying
Ditch the Squeaky Rope Look at the illustration and guess which rope kept me awake one night. It was, of course, the skinny one. The
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We spend too much time in the sun as sailors and need all the protection we can get… but, have you ever put on a
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