How do you get the most out of your sailing boat? The webinar shows in a practical way how to significantly improve speed, balance and comfort on board with the right sail trim.
DATE: 05.02.2026
TIME: 7.00 pm
DURATION: 1.5 hours
REFERENT: Michael Good
PRICE: 40 Euro (30 Euro for YACHT/BOOTE subscribers)
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In the webinar, participants will learn how a sail and how to optimise the boat for wind and waves with the right settings. YACHT editor Michael Good takes you step by step from the basics to the finer points of trimming.
- The basics of sail trim: How does a sail work?
- What trimming tools are available on my boat and what can they do?
- Setting the mast correctly - the basis for successful sail trim.
- The mainsail - the power lies in the shape.
- The foresail as an accelerator pedal.
- Trim the spinnaker and gennaker correctly.
YACHT test editor Michael Good (60) has been an active regatta sailor in various boat classes since he was a child. In his webinar, he provides practical tips and explanations to help you put what you have learnt into practice straight away. The webinar is aimed at sailors who want to get more out of their boat.
Questions for the Editor can be asked in the chat.
NOTE: If you are unable to attend a webinar date, you can also attend as a "absent" participant the recording of the webinar (but limited to four weeks).
