Maneuvers Under Sail - Turning Diameter & Drift Factor

How can you determine how tight of a turn your sailboat can make under mainsail, headsail, or a combo of main and headsail? Once you come out of the turn, how long will it take for her to drift to a stop to pick up a person in the water, a mooring buoy, or to dock your boat next to a pier? Watch this sailing video to learn more! Captain John is a 20+ year Coast Guard veteran, author, sailor, and professional boating instructor who shows you the simple, cut-to-the-chase sailing skills for safer sailing. Visit his website at www.skippertips.com. Sign up for his highly popular Sailing Tip of the Week. Discover how to get instant access to hundreds of sailing articles, videos, eBooks, and much more!