Coastwise Maine: spare that trap

Article Abstract:

Sailboats cruising the Maine coast can avoid damaging lobster traps by passing down-tide from the buoys that mark the traps. This technique keeps the boat from snagging the warp.

Equipment and supplies, Lobster fisheries

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A lesson in contingency self-steering

Article Abstract:

Step-by-step instructions for installing a sheet-to-tiller steering system on a sailboat are presented. The system can be used if the wind vane fails.

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Defensive driving

Article Abstract:

Speed vectors and a maneuvering board are useful tools for plotting a sailing course to avoid bad weather. Step-by-step instructions are presented.

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