That’s what a perfect day looks like. Strong wind: check. Sunny weather: check. Motivated Opti kids: check. Nice waves: check. Thankfully I remembered to bring my camera and the watertight case.
Optimist training in 30 knots wind on Braassemermeer with SRB.
Video Rating: 5 / 5
Nice sailing! I think everybody should try to tight their outhauls and set the mast rake a bit forward
@Sophie, Are you wearing leggings under your hiking pants? Great tack too!
Pulling the daggerboard up a bit helps depower the boat in heavy wind while going upwind.
@Sophie, Pull your daggerboard down when you’re sailing upwind
Nice sailing!
daym