Abstracts - faqs.org

Abstracts

Sports and fitness

Search abstracts:
Abstracts » Sports and fitness

Bare essentials: make sure your boat has what you need

Article Abstract:

Boaters must know the use and limitations of electronic gear, as well as have the necessary ones onboard. VHF and cellular devices have definite distance limits and will be of no use if a boat is far enough offshore. A check list of what kinds of electronic gear is essential is discussed.

Author: Englert, Ken
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Boating
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-5374
Year: 1996
Navigation systems, Electronics in navigation

User Contributions:

Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:

CAPTCHA


Electronic screams

Article Abstract:

Boating enthusiasts can immediately ask for help during emergency situations by using various types of emergency equipment. These include VHF radios equipped with digital selective calling and the Automatic Lifesaving Emergency Radio Transmitter.

Author: Englert, Ken
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Boating
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-5374
Year: 1997
Survival and emergency equipment, Survival equipment

User Contributions:

Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:

CAPTCHA


Play it again

Article Abstract:

Repeaters are remote devices that allow information from marine electronics equipment to be displayed in any location on a boat. An overview of available models is presented.

Author: Englert, Ken
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Boating
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-5374
Year: 1992
Purchasing, Buyers Guide, Repeaters (Electronics)

User Contributions:

Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:

CAPTCHA


Subjects list: Usage, Equipment and supplies, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats
Similar abstracts:
  • Abstracts: Field dressed: we are what we wear. The camo kings. Boots: between your feet and a hard place
  • Abstracts: The big picture. Spot on: why you need differential GPS. Chips ahoy
  • Abstracts: Five boats that made a difference. Keels and carbon-fiber spars. Hijinks, new boats, and new foils
  • Abstracts: Beneteau First 310. Blue water cruisers: Sail's team of expert readers looks at three long-distance cruisers
  • Abstracts: Put your best foot forward. Prices, options and laminated sails. Balancing the battery budget
This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.
Some parts © 2025 Advameg, Inc.