Sailing Race Quiz

Why should you check the line before each race?

• To determine the wind direction

• To find the shortest path

• To see which side is better to start near due to the line being sometimes crooked

• To check the strength of the current

What should you also get a feel for before the race?

• The competition's skill level

• How the boat moves in the current conditions

• The temperature of the water

• The depth of the water

How long is the start time that the crew keeps during a race?

• 1 minute

• 2 minutes

• 3 minutes

• 5 minutes

What is the most important thing to do at the start of a race?

• To be early

• To be on the line

• To maintain a steady speed

• To start at full speed

What does the term "Midwestern Barge Start" imply?

• It is a good strategy

• It is a recommended start technique

• Sailing into the line at full speed without setting up

• It refers to a type of boat

What happens when a sailboat overstands the laylines?

• It will sail the least distance to either end of the line

• It will sail extra distance to the mark

• It will not affect the distance sailed

• It will change the direction of the wind

Which color boat has not overstood any laylines according to the diagram?

• Blue

• Green

• Red

• Orange

What is the consequence for the green boat that has overstood the right end laylines?

• It will sail the least distance to the finish

• It will sail the most distance to the finish

• It will not reach the finish line

• It will sail extra distance if finishing at the right end

When sailing downwind, what should you consider about the previous upwind leg?

• The color of the marks

• what tack was favored on the upwind

• The number of boats ahead

• The type of sail used

What is a common strategy when sailing downwind?

• Sailing wing on wing

• Always staying in the middle of the course

• Ignoring wind shifts

• Avoiding puffs