SAIL TRIM TALK AT FOYNES YACHT CLUB
TRIM TALK AT FOYNES YACHT CLUB
Friday 15th February at 19.30. Presented by Nigel Young & Shane Hughes
North Sails Ireland would like to offer the members of Foynes Yacht club and visitors a presentation on the latest theory and techniques for improving and refining upwind trim and boat speed. The presentation draws on the North U syllabus so successfully used around the world by North Sails representatives and includes the use of North Sails proprietary Sail Trim Simulator to help illustrate some of these trim solutions.
Upwind Sail Trim & Boat Speed
Topics Covered:
This session shows how the angle of attack, depth, and twist combine to control upwind speed, pointing and balance; and how to change the trim to improve performances as conditions change.
- Mainsail trim
- Jib trim
- Helming in light, moderate and heavy air
All are welcome, members and visitors. No entry fee.
