404B: Spinnaker Trim and Coordinated Crew Work
Sail Trim & Performance Sailing with Gary Jobson
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7m 1s
Learn what to look for in a properly trimmed spinnaker and how to coordinate your crew so everyone works together for perfect spinnaker trim. Demonstrated with racing crew onboard IMS Merrythought.
404B
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