Sailor Changing the World

This is a TED talk by one of our friends, who is also a sailor.

His name is FK Day, he owns SHRAMM bike parts and he's working on changing the world.

Elements of Performance Sailing updated

Crewmates,

I added a lot of material to the presentation I created last year entitled "Elements of Performance Sailing", especially in the Sail Trim section.

The document does not have a lot of text explanation embedded, so it's not intended to stand independently, but I think/hope it is useful.  

Find it under the Learning tab, at the very bottom of the page, and linked here.

Change the World by Making Your Bed

Change the World by Making Your Bed is an inspiring commencement address by Admiral William McRaven.  Adds a little perspective to our lives, helps us realize what the important things are, and reinforces that every one person makes a difference.  Take a look!  - Chris

I actually meant to share this on another blog, but I'll leave it here.  Let's rock the sailing world.:-)  - Karen

Sailing: The Basics

Our studious mate Steve Botimer has purchased three extra copies of a sailing book that he offers to lend out!  It is a good introductory book written by Dave Franzel entitled "Sailing: The Basics [The book that has launched thousands]."  

In simple, clear language, it succinctly covers all the basics of sailboats and sailing technique.  Might serve as a good refresher for you for recalling principles, terminology, and what strings do what for trimming sails!  

Let me (Chris) know if you want to borrow a copy.