When starting to sail, you should always be aware of the Five Essentials. We show show you how.Boat balance - If a yacht is allowed to heel away from the wind, it will tend to turn into the wind or luff up. If the boat is allowed to heel towards the wind, it will tend to turn downwind or bear away. In either ease some rudder movement will be needed to keep it on course, which will slow the boat down. Turn the boat using the wheel to the desired course to steer. This may be a definite bearing or towards a landmark, or at a desired angle to the apparent wind direction.Trim fore and aft - The distribution of crew weight fore and aft is just as important as balancing the boat. The best way to learn the techniques is to practice them, but the idea of shifting your .. more»

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Seeking adventure is not everybody's cup of tea. One thing that is common among all those that have their adrenalin pumping every time they get an opportunity to test their skills and mettle against nature or other people or even other species they just cannot let it go. Something similar can be said about the sport of windsurfing. It is a sport that has gradually evolved over time as well as has taken the modern technical advancements in its stride. The waves splashing all over your body, while you are trying to balance yourself on the board that is trying its level best to slip right from under your feet. You are trying to get a hold on the handle of the sail while the wind is trying its level best to snatch it away from you. It is important that under such circumstances you maintain your cool and keep .. more»

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There's A LOT more to Indonesia holidays than beautiful beaches, water sports and cheap colourful markets -- but there doesn't have to be. If Indonesia holiday-makers look past these tropical treats they'll find a lush jungle wilderness in Sumatra, the gateway to a rich ancient culture at Borobudur, and communities with thriving traditional lifestyles. And that's all without having to leave the main island, Java.Each of Indonesia's 17,000 smaller island has its own treasures beyond the surf and sand, and most Indonesia holidays allow for some time 'off shore', staying on perennial favourite Bali, Sumatra, Sulawesi, Lombok, or one of the Gilis or other small resort islands.Most international flights land in Jakarta, so most Indonesia holidays begin on Java, an island of still smoking volcanoes rising out of fertile jungles and and ancient culture. Or course the coastline has many likely looking beach resorts if that's what your Indonesia holiday .. more»

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Ever watched some poor person trying for hours to get the sail up out of the water only to fall backwards off the board at every attempt?Watching someone else who knows what to do can make it look very easy. But they usually have learnt through a progression of steps. Trying to copy someone else without knowing all those steps will often end in frustration for you.The first basic step to master is maintaining your balance on the board. A wave board can not be used for this exercise. You will need to use a free style, slalom, or beginners board for this. Ensure the board will float under your weight. The capacity of boards are measured in liters and there are many charts which show what capacity a weight range requires for flotation.You also need access to a flat water area like a lake, with shallow areas for ease .. more»

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