David Harken

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How does the wind affect the movement of a sailboat?

Sailing is one of the most captivating and liberating experiences. It allows us to explore our natural environment with a sense of freedom that can not be found anywhere else. But...

What are the Basic Principles of Sailing?

Sailing is a unique sport that requires skill, knowledge, and understanding of the environment to be successful. The first step in becoming a proficient sailor is mastering the fundamentals of sailing....

Sail Navigation Explained

Narine navigation is a complex practice that requires immense skill and extensive knowledge of seamanship. To become a successful navigator, one must understand how to use various instruments and tools such...

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Spanish Marina Towns Where You Can Sail in the Afternoon and Play Padel in the Morning

Spain is one of the easiest countries in Europe for combining court time with time on the water. Padel is part of everyday sporting culture here: the International Padel...

The UK Coastal Sailing Safety Guide

Safe UK coastal sailing starts before the boat leaves the berth. The essential question is not simply, “Can we go?” It is: “Can this boat, with this crew, on...

Sailing and Padel Holidays: 8 Coastal Destinations for Court Time and Open Water

A padel and sailing holiday brings together two very different ways of experiencing a destination. Padel provides friendly competition, quick rallies and a clear reason to get moving in the...