An anchor to windward
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A sailor describes his preparations for the gale that hit Florida in Mar 1993. He found a protected anchorage in Boot Key Harbor, anchored with two sets of ground tackle and secured deck equipment. These preparations enabled the boat to survive the 65-knot gusts of the storm.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1993
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Power plus!
Article Abstract:
A high-output alternator and multistage voltage regulator matched to a battery bank can provide electricity for refrigeration and powerboat lighting during longer cruises. A gen-set is the best source of electricity for short hops.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1995
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Cabin lights can brighten your life
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A buyers' guide to incandescent, fluorescent and halogen lighting fixtures for sailboat cabins is presented. A description of a project to upgrade the lighting on a boat is included.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1996
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