Nov 27, 2025 · A forum for discussing all things related to dinghy sailing, from techniques to equipment and events.

Nov 20, 2025 · TO follow my advice below, you need to do one small thing. I think the doublehanded heavy dinghy is the Thistle. Or the Scot. Or maybe the lighting. Thistle is …

Dec 1, 2024 · Hi All, Ive been looking for something i can sail with my son and potentially do some dinghy cruising style adventures on too. This Roamer 14 popped up on marketplace and i …

Nov 2, 2025 · Forum en ligne pour les passionnés de voile, offrant discussions, conseils et informations sur la navigation.

Jan 14, 2024 · "Which wooden dinghy..." the correct answer is none. Wood is pleasant to work with and is a renewable resource but wood rots. A little over 20 years ago I took a look at the …

Jun 3, 2022 · I have a Still 525 which is a Finnish boat but similar to the wayfarer. The mainsheet is setup in a way that uses a bridle at the stern of the boat. Attached is an example I found of …

Apr 2, 2024 · @JoshofallTrades gave me a question. Ignore one design racing rules and just consider theory. How does rudder foil shape (not cross section, fences, or aspect ratio) affect …

Jul 14, 2024 · My question is which way a dinghy sailboat heels when it turns. Let's say you turn the boat to port. Does it heel towards port or towards starboard? I am finding conflicting …

Jan 7, 2017 · I would like to buy a new tactical compass for a dinghy. Other than their sensitivity to angle-of-heal, I have heard good things about the Suunto K-16TAC. Unfortunately, I can't …

Jul 27, 2025 · I am quite new to sailing but have some windsurfing experience, which seems to help (until it doesn't). Been learning on a Laser, love the hiking, ass-in-the-water part, and the …