fbpx

Learn to Sail

Learn to sail with these tips and resources. At MySail, we’re keen to help more go sailing, and the basic knowledge shared here is a great place to start.

5 Pieces of Gear to Keep Crew Safe Onboard a Race Yacht

5 Pieces of Gear to Keep Crew Safe On-board a Race Yacht

Safety is a key consideration when sailing. To help keep you and your crew safe on-board, here are 5 pieces of safety equipment you may want to use while racing. PFD –...
8 different types of yacht racing

8 Different Types of Yacht Racing

In this guide, we cover some of the different types of keelboat racing. Twilight racing - Social evening (or afternoon) racing held throughout the summer months. Often two-sail, but sometimes with the option...
6 Ways to Go Sailing and Lessons Learned

6 Ways to Get Involved in Sailing (with Lessons Learned from my Personal Journey)

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re already a sailor. Or maybe you’re an aspiring sailor, looking for your way into the sport. Whether you’re new to sailing or have decades of...
Windy Conditions at the CYCA Winter Series.

Sailing in Windy Conditions – Top Tips from Skippers and Crew

Sailing in windy conditions can pose a big challenge for skippers and crew, especially if they’re not prepared. Offshore racers especially need to be prepared for high winds and their associated sea...
Tips for Joining a New Sailing Crew

5 tips to help you have the best experience when joining a new sailing...

Like starting a new job, heading out for your first sail on a new yacht can be a bit daunting. As well as all of the new people and new names to...
learn to sail, start crewing on a keelboat

Start Sailing – Learn to Sail by Crewing on a Keelboat

Have you ever wanted to learn to sail, but don’t know where to start? In this article we cover some basic things to help you learn to sail by crewing on...
Tips for managing sea sickness in a yacht race

Tips for Managing Sea Sickness During a Yacht Race

As the saying goes, the best cure is prevention, and a truer word has never been spoken when it comes to seasickness. Yes, we said it, seasickness. Seasickness can strike even the most...
Beginners Guide to crewing in the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

Beginners Guide: Preparing for a Crew Position in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

Over the last few months managing MySail, I have noticed there are lots of new sailors keen to get on-board and do the ‘big race’ – the iconic 628NM Rolex Sydney...