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With over 8,000 boats worldwide the Albacore is clearly one of the most popular dinghies available today. Loaded with features, the Albacore boasts quality workmanship and strong class association support. Few centerboard sailboats available today are as versatile as the Albacore. Yacht clubs, sailing schools and community sailing clubs have long chosen the Albacore for their junior and adult training programs. In fact, many of the top sailors in North America learned to sail in an Albacore. The United States Albacore Association supports Albacore Fleets and activities throughout the country. The largest fleets are found on the east coast. Sanctioned events run from March until October. The class association provides a lot of benefits including a regularly published newsletter, seminars, regattas (including regional, national, North American, and international championships), and support of local fleets. Another benefit of a strong class associations is a strong market for used boats. The United States Albacore Association is dedicated to keeping the Albacore sailing fun and affordable.

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Mid-Atlantic

Does this class have a spinnaker or gennaker? No

How many people sail as a crew including the helm?  2

Ideal combined weight of range of crew:  350

Boat Designed in  1954

Length (feet/inches): 15’0″

Beam: 5’1″

Weight of rigged boat without sails: 240

Draft: 4″2″

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The Albacore is a 15-foot sloop-rigged one-design dinghy typically raced by two people, but it can also be sailed for fun by one person alone, or three to four people depending on weight. The Albacore is used extensively for racing and recreation in the US, Canada, and the UK.

It’s a great first boat for those who are just learning to sail, and a very competitive racer for more advanced sailors. While the Albacore is a fast and lively boat, it is relatively easy to get up to speed and the racing is very tactical. A very versatile boat, it is often sailed by husband/wife and parent/child combinations. Some of the all women teams are the most competitive in the class. Albacore sailors comprise an eclectic group from all ages and walks of life, including students, professionals, senior executives, and retirees ranging in age from 15 to 85.

A used ready-to-race boat usually costs from $1,000 to $4,000 ( contact the Fleet Captain for more information ).  New boats sell for about $16,000.

Key contacts:

Eva Hogan (fleet captain) – [email protected]

Barney Harris (active sailor, boat builder, can help you find a boat) – [email protected]

Janice Rathjen (can help get crew connected) – [email protected]

Fleet email list (to subscribe request to join the PRSAAlbacores Google Group or email the fleet captain to request to be added)

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The Fleet also gives out several PRAF perpetual awards each year at their AGM.

Booster Award Freshman Booster Award Most Improved B Skipper Jib Tender Award Deep Six Award Most Abused Crew

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Yacht clubs, sailing schools and community sailing clubs have long chosen the Albacore for their junior and adult training programs. In fact, many of the top sailors in North America learned to sail in an Albacore.

The United States Albacore Association supports Albacore Fleets and activities here in the states. Sanctioned events run from March until October. The class association provides a lot of benefits including a regularly published newsletter, seminars, regattas (including regional, national, North American, and world championships), and support of local fleets. Another benefit of a strong class associations is a strong market for used boats. The United States Albacore Association is dedicated to keeping the Albacore sailing fun and affordable.

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Albacore is a 14 ′ 11 ″ / 4.6 m monohull sailboat designed by Uffa Fox and Greg Gregory and built by Fairey Marine Ltd, Grampian Marine, O'Day Corp., Russell Marine Ltd., Ontario Yachts, Ovington Boats Ltd., Lockley Newport Boats, Gmach & Co. Ltd. (J. L. Gmach & Co.), Skene Boats Ltd., and Koma Boats Ltd. starting in 1954.

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The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

  • SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
  • D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
  • LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
  • LOA: Length overall in feet
  • Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

A development of the original Fairey Marine SWORDFISH. The ALBACORE has remained one of the most active classes in the world well into the 21st century.

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Hello All, I am shiny new on this forum, so first off - hello, great community, and thanks in advance. I have done a fair bit of boardsailing, and puttered around on a sunfish a couple of times, but have no real experience sailing a boat. I would like to buy a dinghy to play around with on our inland lake, have some fun, build some skills etc. I will mostly be single handed, but would like to take my nephews or wife out once in a while. In our local market there are a lot of Albacores available and it has been suggested that this would be ideal for me. Does anyone have experience with this boat? There seem also to be CL 14s and Hunter 140s available. Will all these boats serve essentially the same purpose? Much appreciate any insight, Alex (p.s. I did search the forums - there appears to be little reference to the Albacore - more popular in Ontario I assume than in the rest of NA.)  

JohnRPollard

John - Thank you for your thoughts. From my early, basic research I had the same concern. I think I might be fine with the instability (I have put in a good amount of time trying to get very small sailboards to cooperate) but I will not get my mother in law to buy in. Getting wider buy in is important because I hope to move on to bigger boats and more elaborate adventures. Do you have any specific recommendations for dinghies with more stability? Many thanks, Alex  

Hi Alex, Could you give us some idea of what your price range is? Also, will you store the boat at the lake where you will sail it, or will you need to cartop/roofrack or trailer it back and forth? If you will have to transport it, what kind of launching arrangement is available? Do you plan to simply daysail in protected waters, or are you hoping to go exploring and camp cruising farther afield on the inland lake in this boat? One boat I like to recommend for new sailors is the Flying Scot, a very stable 19' daysailer. Another boat I like is the Wayfarer, as well as the O'Day DS (Daysailer), but there are a lot of variables (see questions above) so these may not be a good fit for your circumstances. If you can give us some more specifics, I'll bet other members will offer up quite a few good recommendations.  

Hello John - Thanks for your time, I really appreciate it. Price is less of a concern than suitability for purpose, though the boat may experience some rough treatment so I don't want anything too precious. I will have a place to store the boat at the lake, though I will have to trailer it there. Launching facilities are decent at the local marina. The lake is quite small. So it will be mostly daysailing. I might on occasion drive to another, slightly larger lake, and perhaps even a day or two on Lake Ontario. I have taken a look at the boats you have suggested. The Wayfarer seems like it might be a good fit, and I know there is a local association. I have actually seen one or two for sale locally! (The Flying Scot appeals to my romantic notions of sailing, but might be a bit big for my circumstances.) If you have any other ideas, I would love to have them. Best, Alex  

serah

Serah - you are the first female sailor that I have come across who is familiar with an Albacore. I am looking to buy one & live in the mid-west USA. I am relieved to hear that you don't think that they are unstable. I have done some research on them & this is the first time I had heard that complaint. Where would there be the largest concentration of Albacores potentially for sale? There seem to be a lot in Canada. Is there a particular manufacturer which is better than another? I have heard of Skene, Grampian, Whitby etc & looked on the Albacore USA website where are pictures. Where should I look online for boats for sale? Are there web sites selling boats in addition to Craig's List & Kijiji? Thanks!  

jimq26

Alabacore would be an excellent choice. Here is a link to their Canadian website - Canadian Albacore Association Home Page There you will find out the history (designed by Uffa Fox back in 1954) along with a listing of the countries where there are Albacore fleets. Over 8000 Albacores have been built, and it remains one of the best sailing dinghies ever designed. Not at all unstable, it makes an excellent beginners boat, as well as the best boat for a highly trained sailor to get a "rush" while planing during a race. Many sailing school instructors begin their training sessions by walking around an Albacore on the gunwales to demonstrate just how stable the boat is. As a former Canadian Albacore Association Commodore for 3 years (back in the '90's) I can assure you that you would always be thankful you chose to start in an Albacore. I owned Albacore #2723, and then #7944. From there I moved up to a C&C Shark 24, and now to a Grampian G-26. I have been very successful racing the Shark and the G-26. I give a good portion of the credit for winning my trophies and championships to the fact that learned to sail properly on an Albacore.  

patrickrea

I agree jimq26. The Albacore is a great boat. Like a Laser, they are easy to sail for a beginner but have enough trim and control capability that they are fun for the experts. And they are quick to boot. Back when I raced Lasers at the cottage, our fleet was split with equal numbers of Lasers and Albacores with the odd off-brand thrown in - Bombardier Invitation, Sunfish, Wayfarer, CL-16. A well sailed Albacore will ALWAYS beat a well sailed Laser.  

I learned to sail an Albacore as a kid. Compared to a Wayfarer or CL 16 they could be considered tender, however I think they have reasonable stability and defineately faster in light winds. The old grampians can be bought cheaply, but most of them have serious rot in the plywood transom. It's fixable, but not a project anyone would want to take on  

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The Albacore is a great first boat for those who are just learning to sail and a very competitive racer for more advanced sailors., it is often sailed by husband/wife and parent child combinations. It is a two-person planing dinghy, for competitive racing and lake and near-inshore day sailing. This hull is fiberglass but earlier ones were wood.The Albacore is currently raced in seven countries, and a World or International Championships is held every two years. This boat comes with steel and wooden centerboards, a new wooden tiller, rigging and sails.

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Albacore 15' Day Sailer

Albacore 15' Day Sailer

Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania

Model Albacore

Category Daysailer Sailboats

Length 15.0

Posted Over 1 Month

Albacore 15' Day Sailer. Very light weight planing hull has a shallow draft with kick up center board and rudder. Can be set up and sailed by one person. High bow and splash rail gives a reasonably dry cockpit for sailing in cool weather. High bow leaves room to store cooler and jackets. Seats up to six, but best sailed with two or three. Foot straps for sitting out. Teak trim, almost new main sail, old jib in very good condition, sail bags, new custom wood tiller. This is a 40 year old boat that has seen many summers tied to a dock. It has scratches, dings and cracks. Green fiberglass gel coat has been wet sanded and buffed with 3M fiberglass polish and has a shine. (not painted) Interior white is semigloss, but not chalked. Original standing rigging is in very good condition as is the running rigging. Trailer is 40 years old. Bearings have been packed, painted, new lights, tongue jack with wheel. Tires are very old. I trailered it 200 miles last weekend to go sailing, but tires should be replaced. Titles for both in my name. Not a boat I would put in the ocean, but ready to sail in bay or lake.

2022 Boats Coastal 2584

2022 Boats Coastal 2584

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Colville, Washington

Make Raider Boats

Model Coastal 2584

Category Pilothouse

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This boat has sold but can be replicated! This boat was build with a 300B Suzuki dual prop, Reactor 40 for the 9.9 Suzuki kicker motor. Garmin Radar, VHF, custom build center mounted live bait tank for Albacore fishing with a side mounted tackle station. Tank rocket launchers, rocket launchers across the roof, diesel heater, dual suspension seats and a custom paint package. LOTS more built into this awesome package that made its home in Nor Cal. Call us today if you'd like a boat just like this!

2023 Boats 300 Offshore

2023 Boats 300 Offshore

Model 300 Offshore

This boat is bad to the bone. From exploring the Gulf of Alaska and Prince William Sound to an early morning run from Westport, Depot Bay or Bodega Bay for Salmon, Halibut or Albacore. This boat can truly do it all. With several available cabin lengths and configurations we can build you just what you're looking for. The Offshore Series is made for long runs, long stays and lots of fish. Harboring fuel capacities from 160 gallons to 190 gallons you'll find exploring that next cove within reach. The focus of the Offshore Series is to be a robust, do-all family vessel. Regardless of your favorite pastime the Offshore Series is made for the salty playground.

1977 Westport Sportfisher

1977 Westport Sportfisher

Ilwaco, Washington

Make Westport

Model Sportfisher

Category Commercial Boats

1977 Westport sportfisher, Outfitted for commercial poll and troll albacore fishing. Two 5 ton blast/or brine fish holds. One two ton brine hold. Twin John Deere Model 6018 engines installed 2005. Lesset Diesel 40KW Genset installed 2012. $320000

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2001 Albemarle 265EXPRESS FISH

Grand Haven, Michigan

Make Albemarle

Model 265EXPRESS FISH

Category Center Consoles

2001 Albemarle 265EXPRESS FISH, Albacore's are well known big water cuddy's with lots of fishing features like multiple fish boxes, numerous rod holders, out riggers, lots of electronics with recent repower, full head, galley and numerous electronics including marine radio, Ratheon autopilot, Furuno graph and Garmin GPS. Trades considered.

2017 SEA HUNT Ultra 211

2017 SEA HUNT Ultra 211

Berkeley Township, New Jersey

2017 Sea Hunt Ultra 211 NEW INVENTORY 2017 Sea Hunt Ultra 211 #1 Selling Salt Water Fishing Brand in the Industry 10 years running! #1 Selling 21 Foot Center Console in the Industry Period! The Ultra Series The name says it all! The Ultra Series was created for families desiring the "Ultra" experience on the water! Sea Hunt delivers the most comfortable and functional center consoles in the industry with our Ultra Line. With its cushioned rear bench seating, and oversized bow area (complete with bow backrests and cup holders), it's easy to sit back and enjoy pleasure cruising and sandbar hopping. Rod Holders and Livewells instantly turn the Ultra into the most comfortable fishing boat on the water! Added standard features include: wrap around bolsters, bow cushions, color screen waterproof stereo, Yamaha Digital Command Link Gauges; and more! Can you really have comfort, fun, and fishing in one boat? With the Ultra Series, you can! Options: Yamaha F150 XB Four Stroke Outboard Engine Fiberglass Hardtop with Vapor Misters Powder Coating Cooler Slider under Leaning Post with K2 Cooler Leaning Post with Backrest Dual Battery Switch Tilt Helm with seastar hydraulic steering Stainless Steel Prop Cooler Slider with K2 Cooler Albacore Green Full Hull Color Albacore Green Color Under Hard Top White Vinyl Cushions

2014 Sea Hunt 25 gamefish

2014 Sea Hunt 25 gamefish

Lake Worth, Florida

Make Sea Hunt

Model 25 Gamefish

Category Sport Fishing Boats

2014 Sea Hunt 25 gamefish, Beautiful albacore green 2014 25' Sea Hunt. Twin 150 4 stroke motors with extended warranty till 11/2019. 180 hrs, all service records available. Boat has all Sea Hunt upgrades. garmin 4212 GPS, Taco Outriggers, Lewmar windless with chrome anchor. New custom full boat cover with Fast Load trailer included. Boat is in excellent condition and very well maintained. $77500.00

2001 Albemarle 265EXPRESS FISH

2017 Sea Hunt Gamefish 25

Model Gamefish 25

Category Center Console Boats

2017 Sea Hunt Gamefish 25 NEW INVENTORY 2017 Sea Hunt Gamefish 25 #1 Selling Salt Water Fishing Brand in the Industry 10 years running! #1 Selling 25 Foot Center Console in the Industry Period! The Gamefish Series This series delivers exactly what serious fishermen demand in a sportfishing center console boat. These boats come ready to fish with standard features such as multiple insulated fishboxes and livewells, cockpit and bow bolsters, all stainless hardware and Yamaha Command Link digital gauges. The Gamefish 25, 27, and 30 have side entry doors, recessed trim tabs, and hydraulic steering as standard equipment as well. The cockpits are designed to have abundant room for 360° of fishing. These hulls deliver soft dry rides second to none. Options:Twin Yamaha F150 XB Four Stroke Outboards (boat does 50 mph)Bow BackrestsBow Filler CushionKing Fish Rod HoldersRear Folding BenchSpray Shield for TtopStainless Steel PropsWindlass AnchorAlbacore Green Full Hull ColorAlbacore Green Underside Color Hard Topwhite vinyl#1 Selling Salt Water Fishing Brand in the Industry 10 years running! #1 Selling 25 Foot Center Console in the Industry Period!

2016 Grady-White Fisherman 209

2016 Grady-White Fisherman 209

Naples, Florida

Make Grady-White

Model Fisherman 209

2016 Grady-White Fisherman 209 Price shown is Manufacturers Suggested Retail Pricing. We offer attractive discounts for our local customers. We can also offer financing and do accept trades. Please contact us for more information. Owners and dealers in Florida love the 209 as a great inshore center console. They often dock their boats on lifts or in davits, giving a real workout to hardware. Customers wanted super fittings, so we worked with suppliers to design hardware just for Grady-White customers.  “ My six-year-old son caught his first albacore on our 209. Needless to say he was very excited. ”  –James Mott, San Anselmo, CA  209 owner

1977 Westport sportfisher

1977 Westport sportfisher

Category Powerboats

1977 Westport sportfisher,Outfitted for commercial poll and troll albacore fishing. Two 5 ton blast/or brine fish holds. One two ton brine hold. Twin John Deere Model 6018 engines installed 2005. Lesset Diesel 40KW Genset installed 2012. $320000, 8589227870

22' 1973 Marinus Baja 22

22' 1973 Marinus Baja 22

Santa Cruz, California

Please call owner Bruce at 831-818-8364. Boat is in Santa Cruz, California. 73 Marinus Baja 22' fish killer. Set up for diving and salmon/albacore fishing. 4 cylinder Volvo AD31P 150hp Diesel with Duoprop 260 lower unit 1020hrs, cabin and back deck throttle/shift controls, 66gal main tank, 25gal side tank 300 mile range for those albacore runs to Pt Sur, 25kts WOT always a smooth ride, 24nm Furuno 1712 LCD display radar. Furuno 583L sounder/fish finder new transducer last season, Garmin 546 chart plotter GPS, Marinco position adjustable spot light wremote control, 2 - 2200 lumen transom mounted dive lights 1 white1 green attracts squid for those after dark White Sea Bass drifts, swim step w/center arm 4 rung armstrong floating ladder, Scotty electric down riggers, outriggers, bait tank and pump, wash down pump whose, triple axle trailer with axle/hub flush system. New batteries and hydraulic trim/tilt pump. Fishing season is here - turn key ready to kill fish. All reasonable offers considered

1987 Skipjack Sport Cruiser

1987 Skipjack Sport Cruiser

San Diego, California

This is an excellent proven fishing and cruising machine. Comfortable deep V hull design both going out to the Fishing grounds and returning from deep rough water. Sleeps 2 in large V-Birth with partially enclosed head sink and stove in galley ample cabinets and storage for overnight stays. Full head room in below cabin. Mechanical Equipment: Automatic Battery charger Auto and manual Bilge pumps Duoprop OutdriveGM(Chevy)Volo Penta 260HP V-8 Inboard/Outdrive. 3 newer Batteries with Switch. Electonics and Navigational Gear: Standard VHF w/distress Signal and Ext. Speaker system. GPS/Chart Garmin Fishfinder Fruno 16 Mi Radar AM/FM CD Player all neccessary electronics & Compass. Deck and Hull Equipment: Bridge Spotlights(3) Anchor windlass Rocket Launcher Rod holders Custom Center Bait Tank system with Rod Holders and tool holders. Complete eisenglass side curtains and back covers cockpit cover. 25 Foot Skipjack Sport Cruiser with 260hp Volvo Penta duoprop outdrive. Best albacore yellowfin tuna fishing boat in the industry. All in excellent condition ready to fish a beautiful boat! Comfortable plus a great overnighter. Additional Equipment: 1995 Heavy duty EZ Load Galvanized dual axle trailer with Spare tire all tires just like new. New Brakes Bearings and packing less than 200 miles on them. SELLER DESCRIPTION 1987 Skipjack Sports Cruiser Volvo Penta AQ271A duoprop 350 Cu. In. V-8 Complete ElectronicsTwo Fiberglass Bait tanks one in cockpit one on swim stepall canvas1995 Heavy Duty Galvanized trailer like new condition. Warranty & Full Financing Available

25' 1989 Wellcraft 250 Sportsman

25' 1989 Wellcraft 250 Sportsman

Brigantine, New Jersey

Please call boat owner Mark at 215-860-0298 or 267-566-4029. This is a 1989 250 wellcraft sportsman with a trailer, 25ft. Its perfect for a first time boater. It has a single 250hp mercruiser IO that I have had almost everything rebuilt or replaced. Runs strong, last trip of the season last year I had it 20 miles offshore for false albacore. It has telescopic outrigger, a lowrance fish finder, chart plotter, depth finder replaced in 2009. The Bimini top is a little damaged from the storm last year but still works. Perfect boat for both the back bay or up to 36 miles offshore. Price is 7900 obo also I have a lot of trolling gear from rods and reels to lures that I have caught a lot of fish with.

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Switching to High Aspect Albacore Sails Albacore sailors use one of two distinct types of sails on their boats commonly called either "low aspect" or "high aspect" according to the cut of the jib. While very different in shape and how you set each of these types of sails, both have produced top results in the class for over 20 years.

Albacore Sail Tuning Guide for North sails General instructions on how to tune your North Sails

Albacore Sail Tuning Guide for MacNamara sails General instructions on how to tune your MacNamara Sails

Albacore Sail Tuning Guide for Sobstad sails General instructions on how to tune your Sobstad Sails

The Complete Guide to Albacore Sailing Tuning and Strategy by International & National Champ Barney Harris.

How to Get a 10 Ten Finish (most of the time) Tactics for short course, One-design racing, and, a taste of the "zen" of sailboat racing. By John Holmberg

Sail Faster: Tips For Moving Up In The Fleet Lessons learned over a lifetime of Albacore sailing on how to move up in the fleet.

Putting Together an Albacore Racing Program Summary article on how to maximize your sailing performance for the time and money you have to invest.

Tool List Describes three levels of tools and spares to bring to dinghy racing regattas and how to organize a sailing tool kit.

2005 Winter Training, part #1 On January 28-29-30, 2005 fifteen Albacore sailors from US and Canada met in Sarasota for the first winter training session. It was a great time with ideal conditions (lots of wind and temps in the 70’s). We logged about 12-15 hours of on the water speed tuning and supplemented that with 2 hours of video review and countless hours of boat work and discussions ashore.

Upwind Pacing How to organize on the water practice sessions for maximum benefit.

Upwind sailing technique: High Wind General instructions on how to set up and sail an Albacore upwind in exceptionally high wind conditions.

Winter Sailing Overview of winter practice sessions conducted in Sarasota, FL.

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Tuning and practice, sail tuning techniques.

Switching to High Aspect Albacore Sails Albacore sailors use one of two distinct types of sails on their boats commonly called either “low aspect” or “high aspect” according to the cut of the jib. While very different in shape and how you set each of these types of sails, both have produced top results in the class for over 20 years.

Albacore Sail Tuning Guide for North sails General instructions on how to tune your North Sails

Albacore Sail Tuning Guide for MacNamara sails General instructions on how to tune your MacNamara Sails

Albacore Sail Tuning Guide for Sobstad sails General instructions on how to tune your Sobstad Sails

Training Techniques

The Complete Guide to Albacore Sailing Tuning and Strategy by International & National Champ Barney Harris.

How to Get a 10 Ten Finish (most of the time) Tactics for short course, One-design racing, and, a taste of the “zen” of sailboat racing. By John Holmberg

Regatta Preparation

Sail Faster: Tips For Moving Up In The Fleet Lessons learned over a lifetime of Albacore sailing on how to move up in the fleet.

Putting Together an Albacore Racing Program Summary article on how to maximize your sailing performance for the time and money you have to invest.

Tool List Describes three levels of tools and spares to bring to dinghy racing regattas and how to organize a sailing tool kit.

Boat Tuning Techniques

2005 Winter Training, part #1 On January 28-29-30, 2005 fifteen Albacore sailors from US and Canada met in Sarasota for the first winter training session. It was a great time with ideal conditions (lots of wind and temps in the 70’s). We logged about 12-15 hours of on the water speed tuning and supplemented that with 2 hours of video review and countless hours of boat work and discussions ashore.

Upwind Pacing How to organize on the water practice sessions for maximum benefit.

Upwind sailing technique: High Wind General instructions on how to set up and sail an Albacore upwind in exceptionally high wind conditions.

Winter Sailing Overview of winter practice sessions conducted in Sarasota, FL.

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