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This app provides GPS tracking for dinghy sailors to analyze race performance. It offers detailed insights into speed, heading, and course strategies, with live and post-race playback. Users can also track training sessions and create personal races for tuning exercises.
What's New in Sailchart
1.2.2
September 10, 2026
1) Friendlier selection lists in the app. 2) You can now launch the app from a QR code or URL link and be taken direct to the live race viewer.
FAQ
What is Sailchart used for?
Sailchart is used for GPS race tracking and performance analysis specifically for dinghy sailors. It helps users analyze their speed, heading, and course strategies to improve their skills and race performance.
Can I use Sailchart for training?
Yes, Sailchart can be used for training sessions. It displays live performance data such as VMG (Velocity Made Good) and tack performance, allowing for real-time feedback during practice.
Do I need an access code to use Sailchart?
You will need an access code from your sailing club to register an account and track club or personal races. However, you can still track a training session even if your club has not enrolled with Sailchart.
What kind of performance metrics does Sailchart provide?
Sailchart provides comprehensive post-race analysis on its website, including leg times, speed made good, tacking angles, and speed loss over tacks. It also charts boat performance over time.
Can spectators watch races with Sailchart?
Yes, the race viewer can combine multiple races into a consolidated view, allowing spectators to watch live racing for several races simultaneously. This feature is available via the app or website.
Is Sailchart available on Android devices?
Based on the provided data, Sailchart is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android compatibility is not available.
How often is Sailchart updated?
The latest version of Sailchart is 1.2.2, and it was last updated on September 10, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.
Does Sailchart have ads?
No, Sailchart does not contain advertisements. The application is free to use and does not display any ads to its users.
