quattroguy wrote:
You first need to learn the difference between wind direction and apparent wind direction. Then indicators like this(but not as complicated might help. A simple feather like thing on top of the mast is all you need, wind force(speed) you will learn to feel through the water ripples, the sail and your skin.
For now, the sail ribbons are all you need. Keep both sides flowing back and learn what to do if one side is pointing up. Spend some time reading about sail trim but ignore all the stuff about sail controls. We don't have any other than the main sheet and the reef line.
Sail ribbons are the only thing I insist on having and can sail as fast or faster than most.
What's the minimum and maximum wind speed you'll sail the AI in.