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Does the sailing community actively gatekeep newbies by pushing elitist gear and jargon?
With rising costs of gear and a surge of new sailors post-pandemic, the tension between preserving tradition and welcoming newcomers is sharper than ever. Cast your vote on whether the sailing community's culture of specialized equipment and terminology creates an unnecessary barrier.
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