Lady K Sailing · video

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Lady K uses the Windfinder app to evaluate wind speed, wave height, and wave period before selecting a vessel for a day sail on Lake Erie or Lake St. Clair.1:08 When planning a trip for inexperienced crew, she prioritises light-wind conditions and selects a Hobie Cat over a Laser or CL Sailboats 14 dinghy to ensure comfort.2:08 Her pre-departure checklist includes establishing a sail plan that begins with an upwind leg, ensuring the boat can drift back to the launch point if mechanical issues occur.2:24 She sets hard time limits based on sunset and forecasted wind increases to avoid hazardous conditions.4:23 Lady K defines specific operational limits for her boats, capping wind at 20 knots and waves at 4 feet for teaching, while reserving higher thresholds for experienced racing.7:57 She emphasises identifying potential contingencies, such as lee shore hazards, before leaving the dock.7:40 The primary takeaway is that safe sailing requires matching boat and crew capabilities to the forecast and always planning for the worst-case scenario.

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