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How to Jibe and Tack when Sailing

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You need to know the two basic sailing maneuvers — jibing and tacking — whether you're sailing the open seas or an enclosed lake. (Jibing and tacking take you away from or into the wind.) The following instructions and illustrations give you step-by-step procedures to accomplish both.

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J.J. Fetter is a two-time Olympic medalist and a world sailing champion. She was the first woman elected into the Sailing World Hall of Fame, in 2005, and she was inducted into the U.S. National Sailing Hall of Fame in 2015.

Peter Isler is a world-renowned sailor, sports commentator, and writer. He has sailed and won races all over the world and continues to enjoy sharing his knowledge of this diverse sport.