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Hello,

I’m planning to take my ASA 103 sailing course in Sausalito and would appreciate some advice on the best time to go.

I have the option of taking the course in either August or October. My goal is to become as comfortable and confident as possible taking a boat out on my own afterward.

From what I’ve read, August tends to have stronger winds and rougher conditions, while October is generally calmer and warmer. Would it be more beneficial to take the course in August so I can gain experience handling the boat in higher winds, or is October the better choice?
For context, all of my sailing experience so far has been in San Diego, so I know sailing on San Francisco Bay will be a very different environment.

Thanks!

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