The tactical navigator, part 1
Article Abstract:
Tactical navigation of a long-range trip begins before the sailboat leaves the dock.' It includes conferring with other sailors who have passed through the planned route, using nautical charts to plot the course and exploiting the principle of 'Velocity Made Good' to chart the fastest route.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1995
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How to be a tactical navigator
Article Abstract:
A simple windward course is used to illustrate the concept of 'separation' in tactical navigation, particularly in managing wind shifts. Pointers on taking the best advantage of these changes in wind direction are offered.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1995
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Handling the twists and turns
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The 20.03-nautical-mile course for the 1992 America's Cup yacht race has a downwind finish and more mark roundings that the old course. Sailing tactics for the upwind and offwind legs are discussed.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
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