Apparent and True Wind The short answer; What Happened and Why? As some folks noted the wind seemed to double […]
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Question of the Week #6
Many of us have experienced the end result of this week’s question up close and personal, a knock down, those […]
Fall and departure time for those who are traveling south to warmer climates is drawing near. For those new to […]
As I mentioned in the question this week another cruiser suggested I ask the question “How Long Should Your Anchor […]
Question of the Week #5
It is Friday so time for the Question of the Week. This weeks question concerning Anchor Snubbers comes from a […]
Navigational Math-North and The Magnetic Compass For those new to cruising as well as those making their first off-shore passage […]
Answer #4
Question of the Week #4 Answer Signs of a Cold Front Approach and Passage: Clouds-Are our most visible clue as […]
Fog and Reduced Visibility
Fog, one environmental condition that most sailors hate. It is one of those things you either like or dislike. Personally, […]
Question of the Week #4
It is Friday and time for the Question of the Week. As always the answer will be posted on Monday. […]
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