Mastering Data to Win: Understand Your Instruments to Make the Right Calls & Win Races

Mark Chisnell and Gilberto Pastorella, two expert navigators, have written a book called "Mastering Data to Win" that teaches readers how to use onboard instruments and electronics to get the most out of data and use it to win races. The book is accessible to those new to racing and has a depth of information that will transform the performance of even professional sailors.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 19 September 2023
Publisher: Fernhurst Books Limited

The modern racing yacht is a technological marvel, brimming with onboard instruments and electronics that provide an overwhelming amount of data. However, despite the abundance of information at their fingertips, few individuals possess the expertise to extract the maximum value from this data and utilize it effectively for the benefit of the team, ultimately aiding in their success in races. Among the few who have mastered the art of leveraging data to their advantage are Mark Chisnell and Gilberto Pastorella, both renowned navigators with extensive experience working with professional sailing programs across the globe. Their expertise spans from the prestigious Americas Cup to Maxi, ORC/IRC, and one-design fleets. In their book, Mastering Data to Win, Chisnell and Pastorella guide readers through a comprehensive process, encompassing understanding the concepts, ensuring accuracy, utilizing data to secure race victories, and conducting post-race analysis to identify performance improvements. By mastering their instruments, sailors gain the ability to make informed decisions every time, confidently predicting the optimal tacking moments, identifying key shifts, and understanding how the tide can work in their favor or against them. Throughout the book, color diagrams and photographs vividly illustrate the key concepts, making the information accessible to those new to racing while also offering a depth of knowledge that can transform the performance of even seasoned professional sailors. By embracing the power of data, sailors can unlock their full potential and achieve new heights of success on the competitive racing circuit.

Dimension: 240 x 170 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912621668