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You are in the Wagaa Theoretical Library<\/strong> \u2014 the complete collection of articles to learn foil sailing on the WASZP, before you even set foot in the water.<\/p>\n

Learn foil sailing: from theory to flight<\/h2>\n

Flying on water is not improvised \u2014 but you can learn. The difference between those who progress fast and those who struggle is not talent: it is the understanding of what is happening underfoot. This library was born to give you that understanding, lesson after lesson, even before getting on a WASZP.<\/p>\n

Each article is written by the Wagaa instructors of Campione del Garda: simple language, precise concepts, zero useless theory. You can read them in the order indicated or jump directly to the topic you are interested in.<\/p>\n

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The complete route: 6 lessons<\/h2>\n

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Lesson 1 \u00b7 Beginner<\/p>\n

How a foil works: components and physics of the WASZP<\/a><\/h3>\n

Bearing, resistance, wand, ride height: the four control elements of the WASZP explained from the beginning. The mandatory starting point for anyone approaching foil sailing.<\/p>\n

\u23f1 ~7 minutes of reading \u00b7 No experience required<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Lesson 2 \u00b7 Basic<\/p>\n

Apparent wind and straightening moment<\/a><\/h3>\n

Because on the WASZP in flight skidding over the upper is correct \u2014 and skidding downwind is dangerous. The concept that overturns everything you know about traditional sailing.<\/p>\n

\u23f1 ~8 minutes of reading \u00b7 Recommended after Lesson 1<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Lesson 3 \u00b7 Intermediate<\/p>\n

Take-off, sustained flight and safety<\/a><\/h3>\n

The three factors of take-off, the theory of sustained flight, how to land in a controlled way and everything you need to know about safety before going out into the water.<\/p>\n

\u23f1 ~10 minutes of reading \u00b7 Recommended after Lessons 1 and 2<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Lesson 4 \u00b7 Intermediate<\/p>\n

Sailing in the bull and in the stern in flight<\/a><\/h3>\n

How to raise the wind in flight, how to manage the stern without falling over, the feathering in burst and the trim of the bow on every gait.<\/p>\n

\u23f1 ~9 minutes of reading \u00b7 Recommended after Lesson 3<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Lesson 5 \u00b7 Advanced<\/p>\n

Gybe and tack in flight: foiling maneuver theory<\/a><\/h3>\n

The complete sequence of gybe foiling and tack foiling: entry, curve, sail passage, exit. Typical errors and differences between the two most difficult WASZP maneuvers.<\/p>\n

\u23f1 ~10 minutes of reading \u00b7 Recommended after Lesson 4<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Lesson 6 \u00b7 Advanced<\/p>\n

Fault analysis: diagnose and correct WASZP problems<\/a><\/h3>\n

The boat doesn't take off? Jump out of the water? Bow always high or low? The complete diagnostic table to understand the cause of each problem and how to fix it \u2014 on land and in the water.<\/p>\n

\u23f1 ~8 minutes of reading \u00b7 Recommended after all previous lessons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Who needs this bookcase?<\/h2>\n

These articles are designed for three types of readers:<\/p>\n