Downwind sailing is the bit we look forward to – but it can require strong helming skills and safe techniques, as Nikki Henderson explains
I’d wager that every sailor’s dream involves some version of downwind sailing. Whether that’s hiking hard on the aft quarter rail sending it in 25 knots, or racking up effortless 200-mile days during a tradewind crossing, or perhaps a gentle Sunday afternoon cruise under a colourful chute.
But, as with most of the best things in life,…
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