The Points of Sail is basically knowing where the wind is coming from in relation to the boat. Here are some key points you should remember:
·The boat cannot sail directly into the wind, only about 45º towards it (close hauled), this is called the "no go zone".
·When the sail boat is going across the wind with the wind on either side, the boat is on beam reach.
·When the boat is going at an angle of the wind, but not directly downwind it is called being on broad reach.
·When the sailboat is sailing down wind you are running.
It is important to know your position in relation to the direction of the wind as this will help you distribute weight and how to set the sails.
