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Sailboat Racing Tips: Foot to the Header
Put the bow down and get to the next shift, says Racing Editor Mike Ingham, exploring the benefits of footing, tactically and strategically.
By
Dave Reed
February 4, 2025
Racing editor Mike Ingham explores the adage of footing to the header and the VMG gains and losses.
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