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Domino effect

Article Abstract:

An experienced sailor relates the experiences he and his colleagues underwent while sailing from Galveston Bay, Texas to Tampa, Florida. He details the lessons learned in managing equipment failure after the engine, generator, and GPS units broke down.

Author: Peffer, David J.
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1998
Maintenance and repair, Navigation systems, Sailors, Electronics in navigation

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Confessions of a frostbiter

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A description is presented of the experiences of a woman who participates in the sport of winter sailing. The equipment needed for winter sailing and the popularity of the sport are discussed.

Author: Bray, Allison
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2000

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Confessions of a forty-year-old new kid

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A neophyte sailor describes the experience of learning to sail at the age of 40. He became hooked in spite of the initial frustration and has learned a lot during his first month of sailing.

Author: Lee, Eric
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1996
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Subjects list: Management, Personal narratives, Sailboats, Sailing
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