This page focuses on tactics. Tactical decisions are maneuvers you make to improve your position in relation to other boats on the course. Sometimes you might position yourself to be between other boats and the mark you are sailing towards, or position yourself to be in a place where other boats are not disturbing the wind your boat is getting. Oftentimes, tactical decisions interrupt your strategy. Tactical decisions make use of the Racing Rules of Sailing (2025-2028). Familiarize yourself with the rulebook as a basis point for learning tactics.