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The Drop – Action 4

Key points:

  • Keep the boat flat and steer for two boat lengths below the leeward mark
  • Keep the kite up and filling for as long as possible


Helm

Balance the boat and continue sailing for an angle a couple of boat lengths below the mark.

Crew

Take a little slack out of the downhaul with your left hand.

With your right hand pull the halyard trip rope on the right of the mast. If you have the kite sheet keep it in this hand as you do it. This keeps the kite flying for as long as possible.

Once the kite is uncleated drop the kite sheet and quickly start the drop.