EP#327 Update from the West Coast
March 28, 2025 · 31 min · 178 views · San Diego
What this video covers
Jerome Rand is conducting a five-day professional sailing coaching session in San Diego, California, focusing on boat systems and mast tuning.1:19 During the sessions, he identifies that many boats have improperly tuned rigs, often resulting in masts that are bent or misaligned.12:56 He advises that if a boat performs significantly better on one tack than the other, the owner should inspect the mast and adjust the shroud turnbuckles to ensure the mast is straight.13:57 The coaching involves daily outings into the Pacific Ocean to evaluate boat performance and systems.12:08 Rand notes that planning these sessions requires scheduling months in advance, making weather conditions a significant variable.15:06 He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a stable mental state during solo sailing to avoid the psychological traps of isolation and emotional fatigue.19:12
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