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    Posted: 14 Oct 17 at 1:27pm
I agree about having a plan, always better than not having one, and tell the crew how you're going to approach the start and first beat, then keep him updated with what you think is going on and be open to what he's telling you from out on the wire, he can see more.

The best strategy is to apply the correct tactic to the circumstance and the better your tactical knowledge, the less likely you are to lose.
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There's quite a few variations on the 'sail the long tack' rule all based on preserving options until you're sure which way to go; stay away from the laylines, sail to the centre, play the fleet percentages.

Laylines are tactical dead ends; lifted and you've over stood and boats come in from under you. Headed and you'reon the outside of the shift. Lose lose.

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A lunchtime beer is always a good thing, unless the afternoon races are back to back and you are wearing a dry suit.
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Originally posted by maxibuddah

Originally posted by Mike Holt

Have a plan.

na, have a pasty

As good a plan as many...
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Originally posted by Mike Holt

Have a plan.

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Always do the opposite of what my trusty crew tells me...."Too close to the line"...sheet in and go for it, "You won't cross that stbd tacker"...close eyes, keep going, "Go inshore"...head for France, "The breeze will come up"...pack the boat away, head for the bar. Love my crew  Ouch
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Have a plan.
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