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Wind can do both!
We have specially developed exercises that show how important it is to carefully observe the wind. In order to make this topic as understandable as possible for the youngest sailing enthusiasts, we chose the “Opti” with a boat length of 2.30m as the basis for calculation and measurement for the mathematical and graphical representation of various situations and decision-making options in changing winds. In the exercises, we make possible shortcuts or extensions of the route visible relatively easily - namely with Opti boat lengths - and thus illustrate the crucial role that wind shifts play on the regatta field. The simulations in the Tactical Sailing program - Coach's Toolbox - allow the helmsman to realistically experience the same situations on the water on the PC screen. Sailing “against the wind” will be discussed specifically.
Video clips: See the free video clips "Puller or Pusher" on YouTube - click here.
Download: Download the scenes in the free documentation here: Pull or Push, click here (.pdf file German).
Order: To order the program for Windows and Mac PCs, please visit the following website: click here.
Too much is dangerous, too little is boring!
"A wind pattern is defined by the parameters wind speed and wind direction over a spatial and temporal period," as described in "The Geometry of Regatta Sailing" by Tilo Schnekenburger. The simulations in the Tactical Sailing program allow the helmsman to realistically experience the same situations on the water on the computer screen. We have developed exercises specifically for this purpose, demonstrating the importance of attentive wind observation, for example, in 4x3 wind patterns with "pull" and "push" winds. To make this topic as easy to understand as possible, even for the youngest sailors, we have chosen the Optimist dinghy (2.30m) as the basis for calculation and measurement for the computational and graphical representation of various situations and decision-making options in changing wind conditions.
The water – the current – moves the boat in a specific direction at a specific speed; even a kinetic energy of 1 m/s feels very strong. The current – the kinetic energy – pushes the boat ahead of it in a 180° direction downwind, increasing its speed. The current also pushes the boat against the wind in a 315°/45° direction, creating a leeward drift.
Video clips: See the free video clips of wind, water and waves on YouTube - click here.
Download: Download the sketches in the free documentation here: Wind, Water and Waves - click here (pdf).
To order the program for Windows and Mac PCs, please visit the following website: click here.
An interactive regatta simulation for playing and learning. Strategy, tactics and simulation! Fun for everyone who wants more than just sailing! Tactical Tips offer a broad selection of very valuable tips – including basic rules for the right of way.
With the toolbox, you receive prepared scenarios "ready to run", which you can use to practice as a beginner or expand your sailing capabilities at any time. With Coach's Toolbox you'll learn the tactics of sailing, in pairs against friends or Team Race with the family for four. Train the tactical subtleties with up to 10 boats at the start, the buoys and the finish line.
Order Tactical Sailing in Online shops. Payments can be made by credit card, PayPal, bank transfer, etc. at the market places listed. Tactical Sailing Software runs on Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. Tactical tips are also available on iOS and andoid.
A "Game Against the Wind" and "Boat Against Boat".
Sailing for beginner and advanced racers! Beginners can take their first steps in sailing, as we show how a boat can sail against the wind. Tactical Sailing developed a "Wind Simulator", which offers to practice your skills. Is this your first time steering a boat? Tactical Sailing shows how you can "tack" against the wind to move your boat as fast as possible upwind. You´ll have twice the fun with Tactical Sailing.
Tips: The standard program offers Tactical Tips, a broad selection of very valuable tips – including basic rules for the right of way as defined by „World Sailing (ISAF)“. The program includes a learning module with more than 40 tips to sail "Against the Wind" or "Boat Against Boat".
NEW! Exercises for "beginners, juniors, regatta sailors and experts". All exercises are now in one place - making them easier to find and operate. With 1-click operation, the most important tactical tips - from start to finish line - are summarized in a new category 'Tips-Tactics'.
Coach's Toolbox (Stand alone or All in One) is an important extension within the overall program of "Tactical Sailing - Games&Tips". Naturally, all other sailors wanting to perfect their knowledge in strategy and tactics in order to be optimally prepared for the coming regattas, can use it as well.
The Tactical Sailing program runs perfectly on PCs with Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X 10 Catalina with Intel processor, but not on the Apple M1/2/3/4 processor with macOS X 11 Big Sur, Monterey, Ventura, Sonoma, Sequoia, Tahoe, or higher.
However, AS AN EXPERIENCED APPLE USER, you can set up "Dual Boot" or "Parallels" with Windows for Tactical Sailing on all Macs! See notes here.
Check your Mac: On your Mac, click the Apple logo - "About This Mac."
If you have any questions, please send them to: office[at]TacticalSailing.com.
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