I have reread Mal's explanation http://www.intellimass.com/RealSpeed/Alpha%20Racing.htm but I am still struggling to understand some of my results. I would be greatful if someone could explain it to me.
In the first alpha it all makes sense. Get back to within 50m of start point within 500m total distance.


The second one confuses me. Why does the line not end at the front of the proximity circle? Is it that by running to the back of the circle it adds a greater section at higher speed and therefore a better average?
My question then becomes which profile is better? A broader gybe or tightergybe with a longer run out?
Some more examples of tracks by the alpha gurus would be cool.