Safety
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November 5, 2012Editor's Log: Think SafetyOn the water, safety is a moving target of sorts, and the prudent skipper will assess the surroundings and act accordingly. Editor's Log from our November 2012 issue.
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November 9, 2010Up the Creek Without a RudderAfter losing their rudder while 650 miles from land, these South Pacific cruisers use perseverance, ingenuity, and even some rice from the galley to help them sail to safety. "Hands-On Sailor" from our November 2010 issue
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October 10, 2012Protect Yourself From the SunSpecially designed clothing can protect a sailor’s skin from exposure to ultraviolet radiation. Read the full article here.
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October 20, 2011View from the Other End of the Towline and Hoist CableWhat should you do if the Coast Guard has to come to the rescue? Coast Guard Captain (ret.) Kip Louttit helped answer this question during CW's seminar at the U.S. Sailboat Show.
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October 27, 2010Be PreparedWhether you're getting ready to race to Bermuda or equipping your boat for a cruise to the Caribbean, the key ingredient to a successful passage is proper planning and preparation. "Hands-On Sailor" from our November 2010 issue.
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October 9, 2012Editor's Log: All in It TogetherWhen a medical emergency struck in midocean, Derk Wolmuth and his Vindo 40, Bela Bartok, got by with a little help from their friends. Actually, make that a lot of help and from quite a few friends. Editor's Log from our October 2012 issue.
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August 25, 2011When the Stick Comes DownWhen their Valiant 40 is dismasted in the South Pacific, the crew has to scramble to jury-rig a substitute spar. Photos by Rebecca Childress. Read the complete story by Patrick Childress here.
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December 1, 2009Be Ready to Fight a FireA properly equipped and maintained suppression system can prevent an engine-room blaze from destroying your boat. "Hands-On Sailor" from our November 2009 issue
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June 25, 2012How to Choose a Sailing School: 10 Tips from Doris ColgateOffshore Sailing School founder Doris Colgate shares the keys to selecting an educational and safe sailing school. From CW's May 2012 issue.
Electronic Updates
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