The bearing courses are those of a length and aft. The most important thing about these directions is related to safety. Due to a wave, or due to the helmsman's inattention, the main can jibe alone and the boom, in its abrupt change of side, can violently hit the unsuspecting crew. While browsing… Read more
1.2.- STRUCTURE1.2.1.- Keel, stem, sternpost, frames, beams, gunwale, gunwale, bulkheads, plan and bilge a) Keel: it is a longitudinal piece of iron, wood or fiber that goes from bow to stern in the lower part of the hull (fig.1.11), ending in the stem and stern respectively. It can be considered the backbone of the helmet itself as it is the base... Read more
10.7.- TOTAL CORRECTION 10.7.1.- Definition It is the angle that the needle north forms with true north. That is, it is equal to the algebraic sum of the dm and the deviation. Ct = dm + Δ 10.7.2.- Calculation from the declination and deviation Once the magnetic declination (dm) is known, through the chart, … Read more
To be considered a good sailor it is necessary to learn a multitude of techniques and concepts related to navigation. Today we want to focus on the moorings of a boat, fundamental elements that will allow us to dock the boat well. In fact, this concept is one of those that makes up the syllabus of the exam of… Read more
To be an expert in navigation you have to acquire endless knowledge. Coastal navigation is difficult for the navigator, as he must constantly remain precisely positioned on the chart. Although today the precision of electronic devices has favored navigation, there are very effective methods to obtain... Read more