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South to the screaming 60s

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A writer narrates his experience on board Gambo across the Southern Ocean from New Zealand to South America with wind up to a sustained 35 knots. For someone who has never experienced a storm at sea, it is petrifying to imagine the pressures that are placed on the sailboat and its crew.

Author: Taylor, Peter Lane
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2003
New Zealand, South America

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Hands-on sailor

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Sailing photographers are able to capture the most minute details of the ocean site despite the diversity of color, light and sand patterns through the use of circular polarizers. Ultraviolet filters may also be integrated in cameras to provide superior clarity.

Author: Taylor, Peter Lane
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1999
Equipment and supplies, Photography, Photographic equipment, Photographic supplies, Nature photography

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Antarctica: The missions begin

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The 46-foot steel ketch Gambo on the deck seemed similar to the blue water expedition vessel that lies 4800 miles from New Zealand to the tip of South America. The 10 crew members of the expedition to Gambo share their experience.

Author: Taylor, Peter Lane
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2004
Antarctica, Description and travel

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Subjects list: Personal narratives, Sailors, Sailing
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