How to Sail - Beginners Course

How to sail. Simple and practical demonstration of how to sail on a sailboat.
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[@ManuelRodriguez001]

I have been watching beginner videos to prepare for my first sailing class, this is by far the best video on sailing basics out there. Thank you so much for such quality video and clear explanation.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@stevegam1776]

I agree

[@nodogrules]

Me too….fantastic….the repetition of the basics helps me out a lot.

[@HAL-1984]

Have sailed 1000's of miles & I already know this stuff but haven't sailed for many years now. Seeing this makes me want to get a boat like this and just go weekend sailing. Lovely, calm, quality video 👌

[@elliotbawden7205]

I listen to a Ch 16 radio and all I hear is “I’m on a 24’ sailboat and my engine has died, can someone please tow me or help bc I’m drifting towards rocks now!” Or “mayday Mayday, my sailboat engine failed, I’m bout to hit something” then I hear the CG has to come rescue someone. Please always use sail or don’t rely on your engine bc it will break

[@rabukan5842]

Really great job teaching the basics of sailing! I've been sailing since the 1970's, and I learned on a 30' boat. Later when I went to a dingy, I found that learning on the dinghy is really imperative for understanding how to really fine tune sail trim, as you really get to feel every slight change through your fingers and seating position. What you are doing is fantastic as you demonstrate every point of sail and how your sails react in all situations, which will give confidence to anyone starting out even before they get on the boat. Well done!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏

[@complexlittlepirate3589]

The "make it happy" theory of sailing. I like it.

[@IgorStropnik]

😃🍻🙌👍

[@victorcretu3424]

When I was a kid I used to go sailing with my father until we capsized one day and he got scared. Next week I’m going home and I’ll get that boat back on the lake. Thank you so much for this video! You reminded me how fun sailing is. Sending love from Romania 🤗

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏 Enjoy sailing 🙌

[@maffysdad]

Short from not being able to see the wind as an visual element, I'm a newbie, at 51yrs old, so in my head whilst I have the principles and theories, and have watched many videos, this one video was really good as it was common repeated actions being undertaken and being clearly explained. Seeing how the boat and sails reacted and what happens during different points and positions of reaches, as well as when to be extra aware of the boom, what to do when there is too much wind/gust, when you're at risk of capsizing and what can be done to help prevent that (which apart from hitting another vessel or body boarder is one of my bigger fear as I'll always be solo), so I'll be watching and listening to this video quite a few times since the information within it is going to be very helpful as I learn and practice. Thank you so much Igor.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@jimw7916]

this guy is the very BEST teacher ive ever seen

[@IgorStropnik]

🙏👍🙌🍻

[@blsully]

Total newbie here and I enjoyed seeing the "what not to do" as much as the correct method. Particularly with a skill like sailing where you can get "good enough" results while still doing it incorrectly, it's quite useful to see the visuals of "ok" trim versus really good trim. Great video, packed with good info!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@gregbeneteau5099]

Super high quality video for anyone who wants to understand what it's like to be at the tiller/helm of a dinghy or small keelboat. Amazing setting and Igor is just perfect in his approach to share the joy of sailing. Tip of the hat sir!!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@senoritangdh]

Watching beginner videos to prepare my first time sailing adventure..

[@junjielin4663]

Taking sailing lesson in two weeks and prepping for it. This is the BEST teaching I've seen so far. Thank you!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@waywardronin8755]

Great video for beginner sailors on the basic principles of catching the wind, navigating the boat and how to speed up and slow down. Great job. Love the video!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@chrisschmidt4277]

I’m getting in a sailboat for the first time in 3 years and this was a fantastic video to refresh and learn! Thank you! 😁

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@user-fw1mm3gf5v]

I'm going sailing tomotrow tor the first time, so I want to prepare. Thank you so much for this.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@patpat5296]

The absolute best / core knowledge you need to know before sailing.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@nicolasmorel1048]

Just started sailing. Best video out there to simplify the terminology and different sailing directions. Thank you

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@uk49scrow]

I love the way you teach you're so precise that people can't be left confused it's give me confidence to go and buy a boat and start sailing

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@lscanlon9908]

I just got a sailing membership with a local club, and I’m excited to “embark” on my sailing journey this summer! Winds where I live are pretty light in the summer, so it should be good for learning. Anyways, wow! You presented so clearly in this video. It was a great recap of everything they crammed into my brain during the intro lesson. Also, what a beautiful spot you are sailing in!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@leehorrocks5253]

Thank you Igor for such a fantastic video 👏 Complete newbie at 52 and watched a lot of confusing videos, however this one was so clear and precise.. Also showing what happens when it's done incorrectly is such a great help.. You are an a bsolute star! 👍

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏🙌🍻

[@user-xf1fs8su6r]

This is a really good explanation for a dude that is going sailing for the first time as an adult tomorrow. Vielen dank

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@vrubelvrubel6293]

dude u should be a teacher , your vocabulary is so down to earth and you are such a humble and simple person that it s a pleasure to learn from you , really you should be a credited RYA teachers d pay money to learn from you .

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@vrubelvrubel6293]

@@IgorStropnik if u need a helping hand on one of your trips I d love to help in exchange of somme sailing experience at the moment I m looking to join somme sailing boats on somme routs ,best wishes

[@IgorStropnik]

@@vrubelvrubel6293 👍 there are crew seeker sites that work well. I have no option in near future.

[@Techie-cw9ob]

Outstanding hands on teaching. I am so more confdent to go try sailing now. You earned my first ever payment to a you tuber. Thank you!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏🙏👍🙌🍻

[@joefowler8464]

This is a very good video on "how to sail". Top notch work!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@Ian_Woods]

Probable the best video I have ever seen about the basics of sailing.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Ian 😀🙌 Very nice from you 🙏

[@brownnoise357]

I agree 100%. Nothing I have seen prior comes even close, not even the RYA Courses tbh. Best Wishes. Bob. 👍

[@reeu5five534]

you are an amazing teacher Igor! thanks.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thank you! 😃

[@jaredmckenny3960]

This was amazing! Feel like i understand sailing after watching this video! Ready to get out there and try it!

[@IgorStropnik]

You can do it! Thanks 🙏

[@mkshffr4936]

When I was in grade school I had the opportunity to sail a Mayflower (like a beamy sunfish) at camp. Half a century later I have never had a chance to sail again but I never forgot the joy. Now as I am retiring I really want to get a sailing dinghy for my wife and I to do some lake sailing. Your video gives me confidence that I can do it again. It seems like the sloop rig is not that much harder than the single sail.

[@IgorStropnik]

You can do it👍

[@StaffyDoo]

Great video! I just started my sailing classes a couple of weeks ago (I’m aiming for the helmsman certification), and you Igor are explaining exactly the same concepts I’ve been learning here at my local sailing school, while already experienced much of the things you mention about moving in the boat, handling the jib ropes and so on. Again, very, very nice video. Cheers from Argentina!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@pietros9170]

Best video I've watched that actually gave a clear explanation of how sailing works, it makes a lot of sense after having been one time in the water last week on a double handed dinghy. Thanks Igor!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@KatKin123]

I start my RYA L1 this weekend and this is so helpful! I know I need to keep the sails happy 😊

[@nahmastay15]

I'm only at the beginning of the video but your "in the light wind, oooh I know how to sail" just cracks me up 🤣 this could totally be me during my first attempt to sail 🙏🙏🙏

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@ahmadfarrall2097]

I am not a sailor, just a little bit on very small dingy catamaran. I want to get a small boat. This the best I have seen on KZbin

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@debbieb456]

I have watched several of these tutorials, and yours was the best. Thank you!

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Joy 🙏

[@wkw5002]

Great video! This made it so much easier to understand than some of the other videos I have watched.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@michaelkokkola3681]

Great video. Keep them coming, you are an natural teacher.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Michael 🙌👍

[@torplum5406]

Most helpful video I’ve ever seen, I love how much you explain and show how something works, thanks for makeing this!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@ronaldhurley1548]

The reason it is great bc it’s just about sailing and not bogged down with all the details. I think when I had lessons before at the stage you start to sail, I was already feed 10 thousand commands that I was just tired. The boat goes opposite direction of the tiller and how to manage the sails and the tiller at the same time. I thank you. How to read tell tails, now I understand how to sail, so now i can get to practice.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏 Sailing is simple if you don’t over complicate it 👍🙌

[@ispasojevic]

Wow! I so much enjoy this! So many things learned in one video. Preparing myself to start sailing the new-to-me 1979 Buccaneer 18. Thank you very much for posting.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@Jessie-tu4ex]

Thank you very much, Igor for creating this wonderful videos. You are way much better at explaining and demonstrating than many sailing instructors! Much appreciated! I giggled every time when you said “Tail Tail” and it’s so cute ❤

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@wayfarerchris.4116]

Perfect video for anyone wishing to learn to sail. Good clear instructions on sail trim, rudder position and boat balance on all points of sail. It has everything! Another great sailing video from you Igor, well done 👍.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@SVBAPAT]

One of the best videos for beginner sailors. Very well done!!!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@scrumpymanjack]

This is an excellent tutorial. Learning through practical application and examples is THE best way to learn. You nailed it. Thanks.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@viacheslavzenkevich1704]

Wached video to refresh the basics of sailing. Thank you a lot! Very informative, brief, clear explanations. All typical situations were taken apart and shown practically. 👏👏👏

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@oner8582]

Thank you Igor. Well prepared video, I’ll check the rest of the content you uploaded. Have a nice sailing 😊

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@michaelcash1675]

What a useful video for beginners. This guy is a really good tutor. Most enjoyable.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@irinavaravina2566]

Excellent teacher, especially for beginners! Thank you

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@redleobg]

Hvala na ovom divnom, jednostavnom i pre svega edukativnom videu! Živ i zdrav bio!

[@IgorStropnik]

Hvala 🙏

[@clowndriver5576]

I'm learning the theories before I start a real class and this is the best video I've found so far. Beautiful, simple and straight to the point. I wish you all the success!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@crapisnice]

thank you very much, the few real sailing contributions in youtube

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@flupsdarups3897]

What a beautiful area! Turquoise water, breathtaking mountains!

[@IgorStropnik]

☀️🙌👍🍻

[@brownnoise357]

Now months after my earlier post, and this video is so good, I’ve been posting in so many different places for people to go to Ivor’s KZbin Channel to find it, that I lost count ages ago. Best introduction to Sailing Ever imho, and Igor should get an award for it imho. I can only hope that we meet up some time, and I’ll be able to get him a Meal to Remember, for his Services to Sailing. Awesome job. Best Wishes and Fair Winds. Bob in Wales 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿⛵️

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏 Appreciate this👍🍻🙌

[@philkibble]

Excellent video again Igor, really do enjoy watching these, clear explanation and lovely surrounds.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Phil 🙌👍

[@AlOne-xg6dv]

Excellent. I rarely saw better videos about any subject. This is clear and helps to gain confidence for major basic issues while sailing. Thank you so much. 👍👍

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏🙌👍

[@thomasscottmcdonald1920]

Wow! I don't know a thing about sailing and your lesson was easy to understand and informative. Good job.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@miguelmartinho]

Ahoy, Captain Stropnik! I am very grateful for the privilege of watching your video sailing master class. Fair winds!🎏

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Miguel 🙏🙌👍

[@leaderlion73]

This video is NUMBER #1 Great job Igor... 👍👍👍 Thanks a lot🙏🙏🙏

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@davejones6488]

Excellent video with clear explanations and what a beautiful setting.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@infiniteinfinity9802]

I just discovered your channel and am grateful for how you explain sailing in such a way that makes sense. New subscriber👍⛵️ Thank you.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@davidgilhooley1173]

Igor... you are a legend! Thank you!!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@gentz8310]

Super video for beginners, hvala Igor👍

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks Gent 🙌👍

[@andreav2125]

I've learned so much from this video!! Great teaching style, thank you for doing things repeatedly, it really helps. Looking forward to learning more on your channel! ⛵

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@bjovers1]

This really helped me understand sailing. By far the best vid on this subject on yt imho

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@user-mp9mt7wr6p]

Great video. Very clear and easy to understand for a beginner. Thank you

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@mhvo3279]

Me and my family are taking a sailing course next week. We try to prepare us a little bit. This is the best video because I understand most. Thank you very much!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@MK-gr9qz]

Nice to have you back Igor🏋🏻‍♀️🤟🏋🏻‍♀️

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@dfinchermd]

Excellent demonstration of dinghy basics! Happy telltails is the key!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@BarbarosYurttagul]

Oh my god, this is the most ever fantastic teaching how to sail. Thanks a million.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@BarbarosYurttagul]

@@IgorStropnik Hi Igor, do you have a video for stern docking? It is the most difficult maneouvre for a sail boat I guess.

[@IgorStropnik]

@@BarbarosYurttagul Look at how to sail catamaran. There is some info.

[@Theoriain1]

Great tutorial. really well explained. I wish I was out sailing there now. Video saved. Thanks

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@SerenKuru]

Thank you Igor, i started sailing in local french club ( i’m not french speaker ) this was great video to understand what they had been trying to teach me 😅 .

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@laurenwilhelm8174]

Thank you for sharing! This video was so helpful.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@andrejstropnik9115]

Very informative introduction for sailing!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@piezoification]

Best starter video on KZbin!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@Belfer-xk1pl]

since I was raised on small boats with fishermen, as an adult I never knew what wind indicators were. everyone just knew where the wind was blowing from. you saw it when you left the house and looked at the surface of the sea. great video, nice to see you again.

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏🙌 Yes, these days some get lost at small lake when electronic navigation fails. But so easy to just open your eyes and look around.

[@Belfer-xk1pl]

@@IgorStropnik as I noticed, this is what you do by driving wonderful boats across the oceans. Although you can also use electronics properly. good luck skipper

[@IgorStropnik]

@@Belfer-xk1pl Thanks 🙏 Good luck 🙌

[@getsmart3701]

Excellent video sir. Thank you for the information it was concise and excellently delivered. I'm looking forward to my sailing journey and you played a part. Thanks again.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@johnmorrissey41]

This is brilliant. So well explained

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@igorx94]

Great video! Super helpful before a first sail.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@malk6277]

Thank you so much. You made it feel very accessible, while also leaving the impression that A LOT of practice is needed for all of this to become second nature. Where you are sailing looks a bit like Lake Zurich. If that is where you are, we visit there sometimes. Perhaps we can go out on the water together.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@kateMarie10]

Great video. You make it look so easy and calm. When I sail it sometimes seems much more violent

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@nffremote]

Fabulous work, stunning image and audio, thanks

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@pauljewell7097]

Igor you rock thank you I'm 70 and dyslexic had real hard time at school and have hate teacher's all my life but don't hate you your an excellent teacher my friend

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@Dervish2387]

Thank you for taking your time making this video very helpful

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@q2145]

Excellent presentation. Thank you.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@ericmueller1987]

Nice and simple, like it!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@michaeljarvis7213]

Great informative video,l am a 70 year old who has not sailed since l was a child, and then I was only in control of the gib, you’ve relit the idea to give it another go 👍

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏 You can do it 👍

[@albertojfuentes7375]

Great video! Good information and easy to understand since I just starting with Sailing.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@valeriee3039]

Great video. Such a beautiful location! Very helpful.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@lilsinl6118]

Oh, great work! I am from Hong Kong and just start learning how to sail, well also picking up windsurfing at the same time😂, the previous sunday was my first time trying sailing, got hit by the mansail couple times, well we all wore a helmet anyway🤣. Found your clip is even better than our coach, more punchy and informative! And god, yours view is picturesque, wish one day I can come sailing there and maybe can be taught by you!

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@tarkus123dave]

Absolutely loved this. I have sailed on a couple of occasions years ago but never understood what the hell was going on. I just pulled on some ropes and things happened. I now understand what was happening. great job, well done pal.💯

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@rushboynton2331]

Nice refresher...one of the best i've seen

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@XCILE625]

Thank you Igor. I don't know when I'll have the chance to sail, if ever but hopefully one day. I watched this video through and I will watch it again when the time comes! Thanks again.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@artyspost]

Igor, It would be great if you can talk about the different types of spinnakers/code 0 etc and explain what their pros and cons are.

[@IgorStropnik]

Good idea 👍 Need to find one boat will all the sails to compare them.

[@LawrenceBroussard]

Thanks for making this vlog! I miss your crossing thought, but it is great to learn.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@lOl_____54360]

Great instruction! Thanks

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@rodrigogoncalves6790]

This video is fantastic! Thanks a lot

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@bubu210741]

Finaly a great video for begginers. Thank You. G

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@AbhinavShark]

Awesome you make it look so easy

[@IgorStropnik]

Thanks 🙏 It’s easy

[@szaki]

I don't know how to sail, but been on sail boat before. I think, it is great video to learn how to sail on a small boat. I all ways wanted to learn sailing, but never had the time or money. Also, the energy, I'm T2 diabetic for the last 25 years. One has to start young, is the best.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@fernandomolano6651]

Thank You very much..Enjoy your tips and your great video.

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@abhipatel7467]

I am gonna say one thing to describe my experience watching this whole video... "You're a really good teacher... 😅" Thank you for making this video... 😇

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@bcs28fly]

Great explanation. Thank you

[@IgorStropnik]

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[@jasonandrewismail2029]

the best video i seen fantastic explanation

[@IgorStropnik]

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