Waves, Swells, and Depth
Since waves are primarily the result of surface wind action, they can be accurately predicted. Waves have troughs and crests.
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Mast Head and Fractional Rigging
There are two variations on the standing rigging set up: Masthead and Fractional. On masthead rigs, the attachment point for the sidestays (shrouds), forestay, and backstay (if they exist) is at the top of the mast.
World’s First Virtual Reality Sailing Training Performed
In a groundbreaking endeavor, a student in Hawaii and an instructor in Austin, Texas were virtually transported aboard the same vessel, set amidst the picturesque Sydney Harbor. For 40 impactful minutes, they engaged in an immersive on-the-water sailing training tutorial, accomplishing what traditionally requires five hours in a real-water environment.
Sailboat Diesel Engine Operation
As noted earlier, diesel engines are sturdy and highly reliable, and operating them today is straightforward.
Mooring a Sailboat
Mooring a vessel means attaching it to a float that is firmly and permanently anchored to the sea bottom.
Global Positioning System
GPS stands for global positioning system. It uses a network of satellites in orbit. Although the GPS is used as a navigation device, it is also a form of communication to the vessel.
Anchoring Courtesy
After safely and securely anchoring your vessel, there are certain factors to contend with – most are common sense.
Know Your Chart!
Always familiarize yourself with any chart before using it for navigation and plotting of positions; there are significant differences between charts that could lead to mistakes.
Top 10 Sailing Superstitions
Sailors have long believed that certain things can bring good or bad luck on a voyage. And many still believe these sailing superstitions!
Sails
Sails are sophisticated objects. It is not only the materials they are made from that are important, but also, the way they are cut and sewn.
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