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Increase Your Odds After Activating the EPIRB
Related tags: Seamanship | How-To | Safety | Safety Equipment by Beth A. Leonard
Before--and after--activating an EPIRB in international waters, take these steps to lengthen the odds that you're safely rescued. "Seamanship" from our November 2011 issue.
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January 18, 2013How to Furl a Sail to Prevent Damageby Mark PillsburyAn unexpected squall will find an improperly furled jib and take a toll in a hurry. Hands-On Sailor from our January 2013 issue.
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May 23, 2013On Passagemaking, Luck and What We Did Rightby Brittany MeyersWe did a lot right during this passage; some of it intentional, some of it serendipitous... but here is what we learned and tips I can share based on our experience venturing offshore and covering 800 miles over the course of five days, non-stop.
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May 20, 2013Ready or Not?by Ben Zartman“Ready to go yet?” I heard the question over and over today. Fair enough—we’ve been ‘getting ready to cruise’ ever since leaving the boatyard several blog posts ago, and have Tuesday as our target sailing date.
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May 13, 2013Off We Go!by Brittany MeyersWe're excited, nervous, giddy, and grateful. We have an excellent vessel, a fantastic crew, and a heck of a ride ahead.
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April 18, 2013Dodging the Squall Linesby Lin PardeySeamanship | A shorthanded passage in bad weather underscores the importance of a vigilant watch.
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April 18, 2013Tips for Shorthanded Night Watchesby Lin PardeyIt’s not always easy for couples and shorthanded crews to remain vigilant, which makes it especially important to plan ahead.
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April 5, 2013Go Beyond the Basicsby Elaine LemboResources abound for sailors interested in prepping for offshore, with many schools offering packages under way and custom-tailored by instructors whose skill levels and ongoing experience influence the curricula they offer.
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April 4, 2013Safety at Sea Seminarby Green BrettHeading offshore? Make a plan to attend one of these info-packed sessions.
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March 28, 2013Backstays to the Futureby Alvah SimonWhile not as popular as they once were, running backstays may still be a worthy addition to your rig.
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March 14, 2013Rig for a Staysailby Don StreetAdding an inner forestay and staysail will give you the sail plan you need for beating along in a blow.
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Hooking up a 100+-lb sailfish is easy. Hoisting it on board DOMINO is the hard work. JP Dufour in las Perlas, Panama.
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Loved sailing aboard the 433 this past week. Easy to handle, great performance and extremely comfortable. Thankful for the watermaker!
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