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We all want to escape into a world of relaxation, to be enveloped by that blanket of peace with oneself and other, one with nature, with a loved one or just be among friends of similar passions. I indulge myself in the world of remote control sailing. A fulfilling hobby, like no other, that encourages peace with the elements of nature, patience, relaxation and friendship. Companions who teach the fine art of pleasure, along with the purposeful design of the vessel, combined in a formalized teaching leisure association.

Of course all this ebb and flow, subtle speed would be moot if we did not have the modern techno, multi gizmo, insane amount of levers, buttons and knobs radio to assist in the steerage of our vessel.  We invoke an action, or a reaction to unseen changes, by manipulation of a lever, button or combination of both. Subtle motions on the controls, enable even more subtle responses on our “Stewart Little” yacht. We have to understand the current, wind conditions, jib and sail positions even the temperature plays its roll. No sudden manipulations, just a balanced condition between man and sailboat.

 If our remote control boats have propellers, there would be no need for an elegant sailing vessel, carried along by the wind. We could all hear the roar of the beast, the powerful churn of propellers cutting an agitated swath through the pond. All manner of waterfowl, human and creature would notice and take flight. There is no designed thought in power boating, hit the throttle, split the water, chase the bow and call it a resounding success after 10 to 15 minutes. Yachting allows a refreshing glimpse into bygone yesteryear, and allows us to sail for approximately two days with a full battery charge. No hurry worry with us “Wind Whisperers”, to reach the other shore in 2.5 seconds.

Yachting is a graceful hobby that inspires you to learn the subtle nature of breeze and invokes a peace within the biosphere around you. Combine this with the language of sailors, throughout the know world, port , starboard, weather helm, reach, camber, leech line, crane head,  boom vang and more, for without this knowledge, our slippery sailing vessel  would become a fat bellied, bottom heavy cargo hauler needing a tug to transport it.  There is the rub, to enjoy the yachts understated and transient actions for movement, the Wind Gods penchant to change the course of the wind and the cohesiveness of the liquid mire, all require the understanding of this nautical lingo.