Mastering the rope-to-chain splice

Article Abstract:

Techniques on using rope-to-chain rodes are presented. Pointers on splicing rope are also offered, with special emphasis on three types. These are the 'tight' unthimbled eye splice, the Simpson-Lawrence splice and the snap-shackle splice. The common eye splice without a thimble was found to be the strongest according to tensile strength tests.

Rope, Knots and splices

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Demystifying the doldrums

Article Abstract:

The doldrums is the popular name for the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), an area of reduced atmospheric pressure near the equator. Tactics for sailing across the ITCZ are discussed.

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The ups and downs of water depth

Article Abstract:

The hazards of swells and tides must be considered when sailing in shoal water. Use of tide tables and depth-sounders to determine water depth is discussed.

Forecasts and trends, Tides, Depth gage, Depth finders

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