Category Archives: Sailing
Sailing Basics
Sailing 1.1 for Newbies according to Popeye and ChatGBT Sailing downwind and upwind represent two different points of sail, and they involve distinct challenges, sail positions, and strategies. Upwind Sailing (Windward): Direction: Upwind refers to sailing against the wind, where the bow of the boat is pointing into the wind or slightly off the wind. […]
Read MoreThe Ocean Race 2023
Newport-based 11th Hour Racing declared winner of around-the-world Ocean Race. The U.S.-based 11th Hour Racing Team won the around-the-world Ocean Race on Thursday, thanks to a jury that awarded the hobbled sloop the equivalent of a second-place finish in a leg it couldn’t complete because of a crash that wasn’t its fault.
Read MoreSun City DF95 Regatta
race #1 of the DF95 regatta held on Berry Creek pond on the 1st of October 2022. The regatta was hosted by the Sun City RC modelers club. Video Compliments of Allister McNeish Photos Compliments of Michael Biggs
Read MoreSirius New Sails
DragonFlight 95 Cambered Suit Sails: Obviously, this suit is not class-legal for use in DF95 competition but is a lot of fun if your are looking to get the most out of your stock DF95. Our recommended material is 1.4 Mylar jib with 2.0 Mylar main or TriSpi 25 Jib with a TriSpi 40 Main. […]
Read MoreCorrosionX
Protect the electronic components in your RC Boat! CorrosionX is the most advanced and effective corrosion prevention compound, lubricant and penetrant in the world! Although it may look like a typical oil-based anti corrosion spray, CorrosionX utilizes a revolutionary technology called Polar Bonding that does far more than merely slow down the corrosion process like […]
Read MoreHatch cover tape
Scotch 3M Vinyl Tape $7.68 #1 Recommendation 0.75 in. x 66 ft. x 7 mil #35 Electrical Tape, White Excellent adhesion stands up to abrasion and weather, for a solid application that lasts. PREMIUM VINYL MATERIAL for durability INDOOR AND OUTDOOR USE HIGH ADHESION in wide range of temperatures: -10°C (14°F)-105°C (220°F) PRESSURE-SENSITIVE RUBBER ADHESIVE […]
Read More7 Essential Knots
Aside from tying shoes, a lot of people don't know, or need a refresher on tying knots. Knowing these knots will get you through most situations you will encounter, and they are the ones used most often. Square Knot Clove Hitch Sheet bend Bowline Figure 8 loop Two 1/2 hitch Taut-line hitch Watch video demonstration […]
Read MoreWindJammin Sails
After months of waiting, I finally received the sails that were ordered more than 6 months ago. But they are beautiful sails and I can't wait to see how well they perform.
Read MoreHigh Wind Sailing
The following adjustments can be made to your radio for high wind sailing. Please watch video by Matthew Balconi ...
Read MoreFlySky Radio Setup
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Reversing the Functions of the FlySky Radio Follow the steps above to reverse the function of a Channel, please note that Channel One is for the Rudder and Channel Three is for the Sails. No, it is not a typo error on selecting the CANCEL button to […]
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