Safe sailhandling

Article Abstract:

New seamanship skills and techniques must be acquired to ensure the safe handling of high loads on larger boats, with reliance on sailhandling equipment also increasing. Safe sailing techniques are discussed.

Safety and security measures, Training, Sailing, Sailors

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The right line for the job: part 2

Article Abstract:

Choosing the most suitable rope for a sailing boat involves issues of fiber and size. Advice on ways to select the right size rope focussing on maintaining safety while balancing other factors is presented.

Usage, Evaluation, Equipment and supplies, Masts and rigging, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats, Rope

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Sophisticated but simple

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the need for a simple but sophisticated boat systems design for bluewater cruising are discussed, with focus on the need to minimize power consumption and moving parts.

Methods, System design, Systems analysis, Sailboats, Engines

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