Shamrock’ Traditional wooden pond yacht
“Shamrock’ Traditional wooden pond yacht recently fitted with RC. It can viewed by phoning Roger Chisnall on 0210373761.
What are the secrets for success?
What are the secrets for success? Published on July 16th, 2019 Dear Curmudgeon: I have a really big race this weekend and I was wondering if you had any tips for getting into the zone to do well at important events? – Pursuing the podium Dear Pursuing: Here’s what Lucas Calabrese said, who is a two-time … Read more
No two races are won the same way
No two races are won the same way, but sticking to this six-point plan will help you win regattas. “From the Experts” ByAndy Horton With Dave Powlison Good coaches in any sport usually advise their charges to focus on just a handful of ideas when they compete. This advice is especially potent in sailing because … Read more
Something Special about Traditional Yachts
Here are some great photos of replica models of famous traditional Auckland Yachts Most are between 1.5 and 2m long with about 10 -20 pounds of lead. My aim is to capture the spirit of the original yacht with concessions made to the size of the keel – for obvious reasons. Anyway, love to share … Read more
What Colour Do I Paint My Boat?
The colour we paint our radio control boats can make quite a difference to our performance on the race track. Usually we want a nice looking boat so we will take it along to the spray painter and will get a nice glossy paint job to our favorite colour. Add a few pin stripes and … Read more
Overcoming Failure to Achieve Success
While the era of the USA being the dominant Olympic sailing nation has passed, renewed efforts to reclaim superiority are being rooted in what worked in the past, which is effort and commitment. These attributes contributed to American Mark Reynolds winning three medals, as his success came the old fashioned way… with failure. “The road … Read more
Boat Design and Regatta results
Boat Design and Regatta Results My new boat I recall reading “Advanced Racing Tactics” by Stuart Walker. The book has gone through a few versions now, but one thing hasn’t changed – his recipe for success in a regatta. The recipe is to have a boat capable of boatspeed equal to the top ten percent … Read more