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The Island Dog Sea Cadet Unit competed in the 2026 National Sailing and Windsurfing Regatta held in Southport.Watch The event featured two distinct days of racing conditions, requiring different tactical approaches for the windsurfing fleet. On the first day, light winds necessitated constant pumping of the sails to maintain speed and find wind patches.0:32 The second day brought 20-knot gusts, shifting the focus to managing wind shifts coming across the venue's buildings and islands.3:50 Sailors navigated tight starts, prioritizing front-row positioning to avoid dirty wind from competitors.0:45 The competition included both dinghy and windsurfing classes, with Jack managing the dinghy crews and Paul overseeing the windsurfers.0:45 Cadet Harry won the 5.8-meter windsurfing class, while Cadet Alice secured victory in the 6A class.5:25 The unit plans to begin training for the 2027 season with regional competitions scheduled for May at the Welsh Harp center.6:44

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