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Giorno 145 - saluti salati Oggi è un altro giorno di saluti. Ci stiamo facendo il callo e devo dire che Andre è migliorato moltissimo rispetto a quando siamo partiti. Sta imparando a lasciare andare, che in queste occasioni potremmo definire “letteralmente”. D’altra parte lo stiamo facendo entrambi. Abbiamo vissuto giorni intensi, ricchi di scambi, di arricchimento, di discorsi più impegnati e altri divertenti. Abbiamo condiviso piani futuri, guardato chi eravamo ieri e chi vorremo essere domani. Giorni in cui tutto sembrava girare intorno al luogo in cui eravamo, mentre in realtà non è stata che la cornice di momenti preziosi che porteremo nel cuore. Adesso ricomincia per noi un periodo da soli. È come un respiro. Insieme. Da soli. Insieme. Da soli. Chi ha letto il diario dei giorni scorsi si ricorderà di una certa “altalena”. Tra pochi giorni saremo nuovamente in compagnia di altre persone e avremo modo di presentarvele quando sarà il momento. Oggi è per noi, stasera è per noi. Stasera torniamo ad abitare un luogo che, intendiamoci, amiamo moltissimo condividere con amici e parenti e che da stasera torna a essere solo nostro. Un luogo dove spolverare piccole abitudini. Preparare i pop corn per guardare un film sotto le stelle, svegliarci ascoltando il rumore del mare rimanendo a letto un minuto in più solo per assaporarlo fino in fondo. Tutte piccole cose che rendono bello lo stare insieme, pur senza dover necessariamente interagire. Perché alla fine è questo il tesoro di una relazione. Stare insieme mentre si sta da soli. Ritagliare dei propri spazi in cui l’altro può entrare quando se la sente, oppure non farlo. Va bene lo stesso. La porta comunque è sempre aperta. AC

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UK Sailmakers uses very powerful 3-D CAD/CAM software for sail design, which create virtual 3-D molds that can be digitally sliced into two-dimensional panels that when joined back together re-create a full-size version of the designed mold. Thanks to powerful 3-D graphic renderings, designers can see how sail fit around the spreaders and shrouds as well as make sure the clew height and sheeting angles are right. They can also analyze how a main and genoa work together to make sure the boat stays balanced. What we are looking for is a sailplan and sail shapes that put the maximum driving force in precisely the right place to produce a perfectly balanced boat – and with the least amount of drag. Pat Considine, UK Sailmakers’ chief designer, goes a step further and uses Fluid Structural Interaction software, called FSI for short, as a virtual wind tunnel for refining sail designs and sail construction. FSI calculations are used to test proposed designs and cloth choices to make sure they are not built too strong (too heavy) or too weak (too light) for their expected loads. The FSI calculations will predict whether a design and construction will keep its shape properly as the rig bends, halyards are tightened and sheets are trimmed. Shown rotating in this video are two renderings of a Tripp 47 mainsail design. The side-by-side comparison shows the sail with no backstay tension and with max backstay trim. The FSI software allows Pat to rotate the two designs together to study their shape from any angle. In this case, Pat needed to be sure the draft would not move too far aft as the sail was flattened; likewise, he had to make sure the draft was not too far forward when the backstay was eased completely. The FSI program has made extremely accurate predictions of how specific sail designs will perform once made and trimmed in a variety of wind speeds. These tests ensure sails will meet the performance needs right out of the bag.

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Join us as we explore the world of small but mighty sailboats, specifically the Waverley sailboat, a classic design that has been a staple of Strangford Lough Yacht Club for years. The Waverley sailboat is a beautiful example of traditional sailing, with its hand-built wooden boat construction and classic yacht design. As we sail across Strangford Lough, we delve into the maritime history of the area and the significance of the Waverley sailboat in the context of coastal sailing and sailboat life. The Strangford Lough Yacht Club, also known as SLYC, has a rich history of hosting classic racing events, and the Waverley sailboat is often a participant in these events. With its vintage sailboat charm and traditional sailing capabilities, the Waverley sailboat is a testament to the enduring appeal of classic sailboats and the joy of sailing on the open water. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or just starting out, this video is a must-watch for anyone interested in sailing, yachting, and the sailor life. The Waverley sailboat is a true classic, and its story is one that will resonate with anyone who loves the ocean and the thrill of sailing.

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