Hydration: Do I Need It?
Posted on 19 December, 2011 | 4 Comments
Ever wonder why you don’t feel as fresh on Day 4 of the regatta as you did on the first day? Sure, your tired, you’ve been racing all week, but is it possible you’re not recovering in the same way that other athletes are recovering? After the last race of the day…
...Continue ReadingPro FW Desktop Wallpapers
A short while ago someone asked if there were any good images out there of Pro Formula sailors they could use as desktop wallpapers. A short scout of the windsurfing sites out there and it was quickly decided that there isn’t a single desktop wallpaper out there of anyone …
[Read More]Everything You Should Know About FW Fins.
One of the single most important aspects to your FW setup is what is under your feet; fins. As a result, fins have been somewhat an aspect that people obsess about a little too much. As it stands right now, there are 4 mainstream fin makers in the World who’s fins are activ…
[Read More]Yes, I listen; something new.
There’s been a number of emails received here about the contrast and clarity issues associated with a dark website with light text. As a result, I’ve decided to update the design to reflect the opposite; dark text on a light background. Please bear with me as I iro…
[Read More]GPS Training: Improve Your Tactics (Pt I)
One of the most difficult aspects of improving your time around the course is understanding and applying tactics. A plethora of fantastic sailing books have been written on tactics but the simple fact of the matter is you only get so good by reading; real world experience goes …
[Read More]The Learning Plateau and how to climb off (Part II)
In the previous article we saw that the leaning curve for formula will have some plateaus and most likely if you spend some time analysing why this learning plateau has occurred, you just might find a few insights on how to improve. More often than not, it is the sailor, rather th…
[Read More]The Learning Plateau and how to climb off (Part I)
In the early stages of formula racing you may be on a steady learning curve. You improve the trim/tuning of your equipment and you gain confidence in sailing around a race course and applying the tactics you have learnt through experience. And then suddenly it happens…
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