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The great anchor debate

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No anchor works in all conditions, and smart boaters carry a variety of anchors and rodes that can be used depending on weather and bottom conditions. A detailed anaylsis of plow, fisherman type and other popular types of anchors is given.

Author: Day, George
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1996
Purchasing, Equipment and supplies, Cover Story, Buyers Guide, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats, Anchors, Anchors (Marine equipment)

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Tips for sailing at night

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Sailing at night requires red lighting to protect night vision, a powerful spotlight, a good feel of the helm and well-organized navigational aids. Watchkeeping is an important responsibility.

Author: Day, George
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1992
Methods, Sailing

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Eye of the storm

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The port of Galle is a stopover for boats crossing the Indian Ocean and a good base for a trip to India or Maldives. A visit to the town and the city of Colombo is described.

Author: Day, George
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1993
Sri Lanka, Description and travel, Yachts and yachting, Yachting, Yachts, Colombo, Sri Lanka

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