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Why is it Wind Blowing AgainstTide (or any current) Can Create Uncomfortable Seas
Why is it Wind Blowing against tide (or any current) can create uncomfortable seas. Here’s the simple idea: imagine you’re
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Marine Diesel Engine Checks Every Sailor Should Know
Marine Diesel Engine Checks Every Sailor Should Know When most sailors think about seamanship, they focus on sail trim, navigation,
Common Method: Compass Swing
Deviation is the error caused by the sailboat’s own magnetic fields affecting the compass. To calculate it, you compare your
Sailing by the Lee — Explained Simply
Sailing by the Lee — Explained Simply Sailing by the lee happens when a sailboat sails so deep downwind that
Mastering the Whisper: 4 Essential Tips for Sailing in Light Wind on Lake St. Clair
Mastering the Whisper: 4 Essential Tips for Sailing in Light Wind on Lake St. Clair Midsummer on Lake St. Clair
When to Tighten the Boom Vang
On the left side, the boom vang is tightened. A tight boom vang pulls the boom downward, reducing sail twist
Why do Sailors sit on the leeward side?
Crew Moves to Leeward When the wind is light, moving the crew to the leeward side helps the sailboat sail
ASA 103 Coastal Cruising Preperation
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ASA 103 Practice Quiz
ASA 103 Study Center Coastal Cruising Practice Quiz Test your knowledge of navigation, seamanship, sail trim, safety, anchoring, and boat
