From the Fernhurst "Sail To Win" series, Pattison, whose success in the Flying Dutchman class is legendary, splits racing into its key decision-making stages, from pre-start to finish. He evaluates the options at each stage and shows how to choose the best plan of action. He then details the boat-to-boat tactics needed to carry that plan out -- even in a highly competitive fleet. Separate chapters cover racing near the shore, offwind starts, yacht tactics, racing with electronics, match racing and team racing.