When passing the leeward buoy, aim to sail as close to it as possible as you start the beat. You should only turn as fast as you can sheet in.
绕下⻛标时,尽量贴标航⾏,以便转向迎⻛航段。转向速度应与收帆速度相匹配。
Go in wide – a wide approach will enable you to sail very close to the mark as you leave upwind. To help the boat luff up, a small amount of leeward heel is useful.
As you arrive at the leeward buoy, work out if there is any flow of water with you or against you. If it is against you, leave the boat setup for going