Multiple dinghy champion Pete Barton was determined not to be beaten by the ice and snow. So for the 2010 Bloody Mary, one of the coldest ever attempted, Pete came up with a list of modifications to his Cherub that would 'ice-proof' his boat from the heinous conditions. Here is Pete's list of jobs that made his Cherub sailable while others were succumbing to the cold...
Multiple Olympic and World Champion Robert Scheidt talks about the hardware he uses on his Laser.
Laser Olympic Champion Paul Goodison answers questions about championship preparation from top Laser coach and champion Radial sailor Jon Emmett. "If it's a major championship such as a Worlds, then a good couple of months of planning goes into it, getting weather data off the internet, chatting to local sailors who've been there before, and just trying to get a feel for the place so you know what to expect when you get there...."
Splicing is so simple, it's hard to believe it actually works! In fact a splice in most situations is a stronger alternative to a knot - which can weaken the break load of a sheet or rope. Below, we've rounded up some of the best video tutorials we've managed to find, focusing on five different splicing techniques that may come in handy on your dinghy, catamaran or keelboat.