'The Northerly' written for the people who coach and race it.
Our Northerly breeze in Shilshole Bay keeps our sailors sailing year round. Similarly, 'The Northerly' will help you learn the tricks and tips of youth sailing.
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The Northerly
- Featured
Alex Samano
January 22, 2026
Ultimate Guide to ILCA Outhaul Purchase Systems
A detailed guide to building your performance ILCA outhaul system. It provides specific line and block recommendations, enabling you to construct the perfect 2:1 to 6:1 setup for ultimate control and class-legal compliance.
- ILCA
- Gear
- Racing
- Featured
Alex Samano
January 14, 2026
Introduction to Sailing Purchase Systems
A practical framework for understanding how sailing pulley systems work, so you can choose and rig controls that match your strength and wind conditions. It shows how to calculate mechanical advantage so you can apply it to your own boat.
- ILCA
- Optimist
- Racing
Alex Samano
June 26, 2026
Regatta Registration Etiquette: How to Acknowledge Your Coaching ‘Family’
Sailors often list multiple clubs and coaches in regatta registrations as a way to recognize the people who helped develop them. These acknowledgments matter, and they should be treated respectfully when results are announced.
- Racing
- ILCA
- Optimist
Alex Samano
May 28, 2025
Sailing: A Natural Fit for Dyslexic Processors
Sailing offers a unique and powerful opportunity for children with dyslexia to harness their inherent strengths, build confidence, and truly excel in an activity that celebrates their distinct way of thinking.
- Progression
- ILCA
- Optimist