Overview
To start, bear away slightly and trim in progressively to attach flow. To slow, ease sheets and head gently toward the wind.
Objectives
- Build initial flow.
- Use sheet easing to decelerate.
- Stop near targets predictably.
Key Concepts
- Acceleration angle
- Deceleration via ease then course
- Smooth inputs
Drills
- From stop, bear off 5–10° and trim progressively.
- Approach a buoy and stop within a length.
- Alternate start/stop focusing on smoothness.
Common Mistakes
- Pointing too high from a stop.
- Yanking sheets tight.
- Hard rudder to slow.