How to bring them back alive

Article Abstract:

Different equipment and techniques for rescue operations at sea are evaluated. The most important equipment come in the form of preventive devices such as safety harnesses. Among the rescue methods are the victim encircling technique and the six-second technique.

Methods, Safety and security measures, Rescue work

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An east coast rite of passage

Article Abstract:

The biennial Newport-Bermuda Race, the premier ocean race for U.S. sailors comprehends performance cruisers. For the average sailor, there aren't many tests of bluewater seamanship as accessible and popular as this 635-mile race.

Sailboat racing, Yacht racing, Sailors

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Point of view: Remembering Fastnet

Article Abstract:

The 1979 Fastnet race became a battle for survival that left five boats sunk, fifteen crew dead, and changed a number of lives. The event is known to be a catastrophic one in the history of the pastime of pleasure sailing.

Motorboat racing

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