How not to be run down
Article Abstract:
The growing popularity of boating has made sea collisions highly probable. Thus, commercial and recreational vessels must be aware of safety measures to prevent such accidents. Recreational vessels are advised not to closely approach the bow of a ship to prevent being run down by the bigger vessel.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1998
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Too close for comfort
Article Abstract:
A seafaring couple narrates the aborted collision of their boat with a freighter vessel. The freighter failed to get a trace of the presence of the boat. Efforts in warning the commercial vessel proved futile but the boat made a miraculous change of course to steer clear of the freighter.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1998
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Riding out a hurricane: commentary by Hal Sutphen
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Sailors who are successful in riding out a hurricane are generally well-prepared. Any preparations, however, should be directed at enabling the boat to ride out the storm without a crew aboard.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1995
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