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Rio 2016 (Sailing): U.S. Paralympic Sonar, 2.4mR Will Challenge for Medals On Saturday

…161 countries competing in 22 sports. The sailing events will feature 80 athletes from 23 nations competing in three classes. Racing is scheduled to run from September 12-17. Learn more…

Speed & Smarts: In heavy air, play the shifts

…mark. That’s why, in windy conditions, it’s better to sail for shifts instead of puffs. For more racing tips and resources from David Dellenbaugh, visit the Speed and Smarts website….

Top 10 Reasons to Sail a Catamaran

…pumping? Those don’t work in multihulls, so the racing is better. 6. Physically demanding. The loads are high so you get stronger. 5. Mentally demanding. It’s all the same, and…

Sailing Foundation of New York Supports Tokyo-Bound US Sailing Team Athletes

…(US Sailing), the national governing body for the sport of sailing and sailboat racing. US Sailing names the top Olympic class athletes to the team annually, through both event qualification…

Tacking Tips Part I – The Turn

As mundane as they may seem, good tacks are essential to good racing. Make each tack a little better and you’ll save a few boat lengths every race. Tacks can…

US Sailing Reach Hub Grants Awarded to Centers in Southern California and Midwest

…Reach with over 100 students and established five partnerships. Modules are implemented in their year-round programs with the Junior Racing Team, Home School Sailing program, and Junior Sea Scouts. They…

McNay and Hughes (Men’s 470) Earn Selection to Rio 2016 U.S. Olympic Sailing Team

…balancing our practice and our racing time, and making sure that the ratio is as tweaked as possible going into the Olympics. We are focusing on training down in Rio….

McNay and Hughes (Men’s 470) Look to Defend European Title in Palma

…US Sailing Team Sperry is managed by the United States Sailing Association (US Sailing), the national governing body for the sport of sailing and sailboat racing. The top boats in…

Pascual Finishes 5th at Allianz Regatta

…Charlie Buckingham (Newport Beach, Calif.) are scheduled to compete in the Allianz Regatta beginning June 2 and continuing through June 13 in Medemblik, Netherlands. Racing in the ILCA 6, Men’s…

Medal Races Finished and the 470 World Championships Come to a Close

…year of preparation. The race for the Olympic berth for the women has indeed been a catalyst for rapid improvement and exceptional progress in their racing skills. “Overall, we would…