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P.E.T.T: Prepare Execute Trim Tidy Up

A four-step framework to sail smarter and safer.
PETT Method

The P.E.T.T. method: Prepare, Execute, Trim, Tidy Up. A simple framework for mastering smooth, safe, and efficient sailing.

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