New cruising keels: the ways they work
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The keel gives cruising boats balance, directional stability, reduced draft and interior volume. Sailors will have an easier time handling their boat by knowing the behavior of the keel in various maneuvering positions and wind conditions.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1995
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Calling the port-end start
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Sailors must stake out territory as an initial step to a successful port-end start. After determining layline, approach factors must then be quantified. The final step involves controlling the ship's approach to port end.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1995
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Running off
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The time and method of running before a storm is important in sailing. Among the factors to be considered are crew capability, sea room and wind and sea conditions.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1995
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