After refining the use of toestraps, Paul would go on to practice hiking both ashore, with a bench and when afloat. This gave him a great advantage in his beloved strong winds

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After refining the use of toestraps, Paul would go on to practice hiking both ashore, with a bench and when afloat. This gave him a great advantage in his beloved strong winds

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After refining the use of toestraps, Paul would go on to practice hiking both ashore, with a bench and when afloat. This gave him a great advantage in his beloved strong winds photo copyright IFA taken at and featuring the Finn class

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