Sailing World April Issue
Features
Into the Sunset
With the usual action on the water, and on the strip, Key West Race Week upheld its reputation once again. But even the regulars are wondering whether they’ll see another.
By Stuart Streuli and Michael Lovett
Being Big Mike
When his teammates and friends call himn “Big Mike,” they’re not just talking about his physique. There’s the oversized heart of a seasoned raceboat workhorse.
By Rich Roberts
Setting a Tropical Tempo
On the island nation of uracao, deep down south in the Caribbean, a little regatta has lofty aspirations and a beat of its own.
By Michael Lovett
Tech Review
New Boats
A new generation bit-boat one-design arrives, available in carbon only.
Gear
The new GPS starting tool eliminates a whole ‘lotta guesswork.
From the Experts
Technique
Fro efficient dialogue, get your tactical loop and your speed loop talking. Andy Horton explains the dynamic dialogue.
Strategy
Pre-season is the time to set some new goals; top college coach Scott Ikle’ tells how to make them S-M-A-R-T.
Fundamentals
Steve Hunt’s continuing series picks up on the starting line. Everything you need for good starts is right here.
Boatspeed
Chris Snow takes you beyond the tuning guide to unlock your boat’s potential.
Rules
Dick Rose briefs us on th essential rules that apply on the starting line.
Columns
Editor’s Letter
Contributers
Sailors’ Forum
Starting Line
Jobson Report
Gaining Bearing
Ask Dr. Crash
