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The Drop – Action 3

Key points:

  • Helm calls for the drop
  • Helm keeps the boat flat as the crew goes in
  • Sails remain trimmed for optimum speed


Helm

Tell the crew to start the drop.

As the crew goes in stay flat on the wire to maintain speed.

If it is breezy the helm may take the kite sheet off the crew to make going in easier.

Crew

When the helm calls for the drop move smoothly into the boat.

Concentrate on still trimming the kite accurately. Don’t let it collapse.