Ready, get set, drift!
Article Abstract:
Boaters should learn how to manually calculate set and drift because electronic navigations systems can sometimes give imprecise information, and the Coast Guard includes set and drift questions on its licensing exams. A six-step calculation process is presented.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1996
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Running with the tides
Article Abstract:
A guideline on how boat pilots can use the 'Tide Table' for calculating either high or low tides is presented. In these calculations, factors such as height of tide, reference stations and time and height differences are considered.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1997
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The current plot thickens
Article Abstract:
Step-by-step instructions are presented for using information about the speed and direction of a current to compute a course to steer a boat. Tips on using a maneuvering board are included.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1996
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