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BASICALLY a radar set measures relative range and bearing - though most modern ones can be interfaced with an electronic compass to give an azimuth stabilised display. Technology aside, probably the two commonest sources of error when measuring range and bearing are the fault of the operator: recording the wrong measurement and mistaken target identity |
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Probably better known to dinghy racers than cruising sailors, Speed Sails have now launched a range of clothing which should find favour with anyone who goes afloat. |
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An inefficient rig for eccentrics - or a seamanlike alternative?
After eighteen years with a junk-rigged boat, it seems a good time to take stock and weigh up the pros and cons. Overall, it's worth making the point that we don't regret our decision. It's such a simple rig that it leaves plenty of time for relaxing. By the same token, if you have a compulsive sail tweaker on board, they can tweak to their heart's content without disturbing anyone else. |
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Before you start, you should know how to stop!
The ability to anchor securely is absolutely essential. Clearly, the dangers of a rocky coast are obvious enough, but even in a river, if your engine fails you can be carried downstream, into the stone pier of a bridge, or the turmoil of a weir. Even on a lake, an anchorless boat will be blown to leeward, and by Professor Sodde's universal law there will be something hard or sharp to greet her. |
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Spinnaker Snuffers Tested |
Does a snuffer make handling a spinnaker or cruising chute any easier - and what sort should you choose?
Is A SNUFFER worth having - and, if so, how do you go about choosing the right one? To find out, we talked sailrnakers across England, Scotland and Wales then asked them whether they'd be prepared to lend us a sample for use on a Westerly Fulmar. |
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