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LaserThank you Bruce Kirby
I would like to start by saying that the goal of this article is not to take a stance on the current lawsuit that Bruce Kirby is involved in. Likewise, I am not taking sides...
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Hints and Tips, Laser, Steve's BlogA Tuck Splice in Rooster’s ‘Zero Pro Finish Dyneema® – Simples
Rooster’s latest high-performance traveller for the laser/ILCA is again a breakthrough in rope technology. Made from 3.5m of 5mm Rooster Zero Pro Finish Dyneema®, this new rope has the same ‘zero’ stretch inner core but...
By Steve Cockerill5 2460 0 -
Hints and Tips, Steve's BlogThe Windward – Leeward Follow on…
If you are lucky enough to still have access to the water but with no organised racing or coaching, this routine is soooo good. I use it a lot when 2 or more boats find themselves...
By Steve Cockerill3 3263 0 -
ChandleryRonstan Orbit Lashing Blocks and Attachment Methods
Ronstan’s latest range of small 20 and 30 mm diameter Orbit blocks are designed to be used on dinghies and keelboats and are versatile enough to be used in most applications where strength, weight and friction-free...
By Steve Cockerill3 2034 0 -
HackCompetition entry #6: Re-Cycle Hack – Using an Old Topper Boom
In light of the importance of reuse, reduce and recycle, Janet Keenan has found another use for an old topper boom! It is now her washing line pole! This has certainly got me thinking 😯 what...
By Steve Cockerill4 1848 0 -
HackCompetition entry #4:The most Efficient Trailing Advice Ever
Simon Turner from Norfolk sails an OK or at least he would if we were not on lockdown. After many different configurations of roping his lightboard on and pulling over from driving to check his...
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HackCompetition entry #5: DIY Trapeze Training
These sailors are ingenious. What we will do to get some trapezing practice whilst getting a smart entry into the Home Hack competition. Jake Wills of Hill Head Sailing Club’s story: Having bought an old Hobie...
By Steve Cockerill22 1206 0 -
Team RoosterConfessions of a lockdown sailor
I’m not gonna lie, I hate lockdown. I know some people have found solace in digital sailing but it’s not for me. I was just looking forward to getting my GCSEs out of the way...
By Steve Cockerill14 1796 0 -
Hints and Tips, New Products, Steve's Blog, Tool BoxLittle Boat Bimble – a Threaded Deck Bush
Sometimes a new product comes along that deserves a little more explanation. Why do small things cause so much irritation? Let’s make it better. It can be so irritating when the deck bush comes out...
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HackCompetition Entry #12: Keep Sailing Fit When You’re Stuck Indoors
Ates is from Turkey and is frustrated like we are at not getting on the water. However, his father was happy for him to share a video of his daily routine to keep his fitness...
By Steve Cockerill8 1485 0