Redefining the performance cruiser

Article Abstract:

The International Offshore Rule encouraged the addition of more volume to performance-oriented cruising sailboats in the 1970s, and a trend toward comfort began. Lighter construction has made cruisers faster despite increased size, and the wing keel has increased efficiency.

History, Design and construction, Sailboats, Yacht building

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The navigation news

Article Abstract:

The US Coast Guard and Canadian Coast Guard are installing more GPS reference stations for more complete coverage of North American waters. Basic GPS receivers have become inexpensive, costing $200 or less.

Services, Equipment and supplies, Global Positioning System (Navigational aid), Bulletin board services (BBS), Computer bulletin boards

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Autopilots: straightening out the reliability question

Article Abstract:

A boat's autopilot must be chosen according to the size of the boat and its location on the boat. Instructions for fine-tuning a pilot and for solving interference problems are presented.

Usage, Purchasing, Automatic pilot (Ships), Marine autopilots

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