Tactics - Golden Rules

• Avoid being blanketed.
• Avoid the hopeless position.
• Avoid being lee - bowed.
• Start near the forward (upwind) end of the start line.
• Ignore the position of the windward mark when deciding where to start (provided the first leg is a beat).
• Keep in the front rank before the start.
• Take a transit so you know when you are on the line.
• Keep between your opponent and the next mark.
• Off wind, keep your wind clear and try to sail straight for the next mark.

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