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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 prioritizes light-wind conditions and selects a Hobie Cat over a Laser or CL-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 emphasizes 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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