There’s often a prolonged period of motoring to cross the largely windless Pacific High and to make headway in some adverse winds. Motoring, at least with my vintage Pathfinder engine, introduces vibration into the boat. Many, many cycles.
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Safety Moment
Subject:
Preparation of Boat and Crew, Tools and Spares
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Safety Moment
Subject:
Emergencies, Communications
Michael Moradzadeh, San Francisco Station The Global Software Glitch of the Summer of 2024 serves as a warning and reminder to, among others, ocean voyagers.An innocent error in coding took out thousands of computers, with paralyzing…
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School of Hard Rocks
Subject:
Procedures and Practices
Navigare Necesse Est“From the CCA School of Hard Rocks
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Safety Moment
Subject:
Electronics, Navigation
It may be too soon to store your sextant, sight reduction tables, chronometer, and that funny starfinder...
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Safety Moment
Subject:
Preparation of Boat and Crew, Safety Gear, Personal
Before we head out on the water once again this is a good time to check on all things inflatable... and NOT inflatable.
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Feature Article
Subject:
Culture of Safety, Safety Gear, Personal, Overboard
The right life jacket for your conditions and a tether when conditions warrant it.