Out of all the explanations for why a sailor has lost out on a race, an
unforeseen change in the wind and weather is by far one of the most
frequent. Whether a bad windshift; the non-occurrence of a sea breeze;
or being becalmed, the weather has a huge impact on racing. However, it
is not hard to turn these problems around. This handy guide has all you
need to work out the best way to use the wind to your advantage and
boost you up the fleet.
The book covers all the essentials for racing, from why gusts form and
where to find them, to the formation of the sea breeze (which is never
quite as simple as first appears!). Splash-proof and spiral bound, this
little companion stands up to frequent use and serves as a great
aide-memoire that will fit into your pocket or kit bag, meaning that you
can always work out a detailed forecast for your specific racing area,
regardless of whether you are on home territory or on completely new
waters.
Wind Companion also clearly and simply develops a more advanced
understanding of the wind, such as which clouds indicate weather fronts
and when they may occur. This will also allow you to identify and adapt
to changes on the water and even during races, giving you a significant
advantage over your competition. Such adaptability will give you the
opportunity to beat even knowledgeable locals, as there will always be
occasions when the wind does something unexpected - but which can always
be explained by the wind-wise sailor.
Written by two acclaimed meteorologists, David Houghton and Fiona
Campbell, who have advised top sailing teams at all of the big regattas,
from Olympics to the America's Cup, you can't go far wrong! This book,
based on their best-selling Wind Strategy, is packed full of vital
information and clear diagrams to visualise the invisible and is a key
resource for anyone looking to advance their sailing knowledge and
results.
