Transequatorial passage planning

Article Abstract:

The biggest routing challenge lay in finding the optimal point to cross the doldrums, or more formally, the intertropical convergence zone in any transequatorial voyage. The 4550-mile voyage from Canaries to Punta del Este in Uruguay are explained and their careful transequatorial passage planning is described.

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Voyaging: Coming up short

Article Abstract:

Safety and comfort are important considerations, and most cruisers put both above making fast passages when it comes to choosing a bluewater boat. The boat length has less of an impact on average passage speed than most people assume.

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Two pilgrims' progress

Article Abstract:

Beth A. Leonard narrates the 26-day experience of emotions about aboard Hawk in their 3700-mile passage from Cape Verdes to Uruguay. Teamwork of the crew was excellent when something bought them safely to Uruguay.

Personal narratives, Leonard, Beth A.

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