Maurizio and the sail

Hi guys, I'm Maurizio, a skipper and instructor, and I sail on Lake Garda with a Comet 770. On this channel, you will find a beginner's course to start sailing, complete with theoretical and practical lessons. I will also post videos regarding boat maintenance and videos to promote the beauty of Lake Garda. And who knows!!! Maybe we'll have the chance to sail together. My intention is to introduce…

Torri del Benaco, Italy· Dec 2025

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TOO MUCH WIND??? HOW TO REEF SINGLE-HANDEDTen-step solo reefing sequence on a Comet 770 in 15–17 knots on Lake Garda.Dec 21, 2025 · Torri del Benaco, Italy

PublishedDec 21, 2025

Duration11:46

Views1K

LocationTorri del Benaco, Italy

IN SOLITARIA: ridurre le vele ⚓🚢 #barcaavela #velaThe video contains no actionable sailing information or technical content.Dec 10, 2025

PublishedDec 10, 2025

Duration2:46

Views130

ESSENTIAL SAILING KNOTS⚓🚢 #sailing #sailinglifeMaurizio demonstrates seven essential sailing knots, including the bowline, clove hitch, and proper cleat hitch technique.Sep 13, 2025 · Cecina, Italy

PublishedSep 13, 2025

Duration13:03

Views455

LocationCecina, Italy

How to avoid dismasting your sailboat⚓🚢 #sailboat #sailingComet 770 chainplate covers prevent jib sheets from pulling cotter pins and risking dismasting on Lake Garda.Jul 6, 2025 · Cecina, Italy

PublishedJul 6, 2025

Duration5:12

Views405

LocationCecina, Italy

HOW TO SINGLE-HANDEDLY UNMOOR A SAILBOAT ⚓🚢 #sailboat #sailingMaurizio demonstrates a single-handed departure from a dock using a Comet 770 sailboat.Jun 6, 2025

PublishedJun 6, 2025

Duration10:09

Views426

SOLO SAILING - STERN-TO MOORING WITH BOW MOORING BUOY⚓🚢 #sailboat #sailingMaurizio demonstrates a solo stern-to mooring technique using a bow buoy at a quay in Gargnano.May 20, 2025 · Gargnano, Italy

PublishedMay 20, 2025

Duration14:43

Views4K

LocationGargnano, Italy

Crociere scuola nel MediterraneoThe video provides no actionable information regarding Mediterranean sailing cruises or instructional content.May 14, 2025 · Mediterranean

PublishedMay 14, 2025

Duration0:53

Views96

LocationMediterranean

THE MOST FAVORABLE POINT OF SAIL FOR THE SAILOR ⚓🚢 #sailingboat #sailingClose-hauled sailing generates more apparent wind than downwind courses, increasing total power on the sails.May 6, 2025 · Cecina, Italy

PublishedMay 6, 2025

Duration7:53

Views4K

LocationCecina, Italy

SINGLE-HANDED DOCKING WITHOUT STRESS!!!⚓🚢 #sailing #sailinglifeMaurizio demonstrates solo docking techniques at Porto san nicolò by securing the stern line under engine power.May 4, 2025 · Riva del Garda, Italy

PublishedMay 4, 2025

Duration15:41

Views3K

LocationRiva del Garda, Italy

Solo mooring buoy pickup ⚓🚢 #sailing #sailinglifeMaurizio secures a sailboat to a mooring buoy on Lake Garda by leading a line from the bow.May 2, 2025 · Cecina, Italy

PublishedMay 2, 2025

Duration13:25

Views5K

LocationCecina, Italy

Sailing maneuvers!!! (tacking and jibing)⚓🚢 #sailing #sailingApr 15, 2025 · Riva del Garda, Italy

PublishedApr 15, 2025

Duration9:40

Views2K

LocationRiva del Garda, Italy

HOW TO STEER THE RIGHT COURSE? (Points of sail)⚓🚢 #sailing #sailingboatMaurizio explains the four primary points of sail while experiencing 30-knot winds in Riva del Garda.Apr 6, 2025 · Riva del Garda, Italy

PublishedApr 6, 2025

Duration5:25

Views606

LocationRiva del Garda, Italy

CENTERS OF FORCE IN SAILING⚓🚢 #sailingboat #sailingAligning the center of effort and center of lateral resistance prevents excessive rudder drag and inefficient zigzagging.Mar 15, 2025 · Cecina, Italy

PublishedMar 15, 2025

Duration5:37

Views413

LocationCecina, Italy

How scary is the bow mooring⚓🚢 #sailboat #sailingBow-in mooring at Porto San Nicolò, Riva del Garda, demands precise reverse-gear timing in 20-knot winds.Feb 26, 2025 · Riva del Garda, Italy

PublishedFeb 26, 2025

Duration5:41

Views2K

LocationRiva del Garda, Italy

Bavaria 46 cruiser⚓🚢 #barcaavela #velaFeb 23, 2025

PublishedFeb 23, 2025

Duration1:11

Views83

Rigging and standing rigging⚓🚢 #sailboat #sailingThe Marconi rig uses standing rigging, spreaders, and turnbuckles to support the mast and tension the sails.Feb 23, 2025 · Cecina, Italy

PublishedFeb 23, 2025

Duration10:33

Views256

LocationCecina, Italy

La virata in barca a vela su Comet 770⚓🚢 #barcaavela #velaThe video for this Comet 770 sailing session contains no technical or instructional content.Feb 22, 2025

PublishedFeb 22, 2025

Duration2:13

Views543

How much the hull matters⚓🚢 #sailboat #sailingStandard nautical terminology defines sailboat hull components, measurements, and structural features from bow to stern.Feb 22, 2025

PublishedFeb 22, 2025

Duration9:27

Views277

What the first sailboats were like ⚓🚢 #sailboat #sailingThe evolution of sailing rigs spans from ancient square sails to the modern Bermudian sloop configuration.Feb 20, 2025

PublishedFeb 20, 2025

Duration5:35

Views164

Introduction to the free sailing course for everyone⚓🚢 #sailing #sailingMaurizio provides a ten-part free sailing course on a Comet 770 based in Riva del Garda, Italy.Feb 20, 2025 · Riva del Garda, Italy

PublishedFeb 20, 2025

Duration5:28

Views212

LocationRiva del Garda, Italy

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