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Using a dolly

Article Abstract:

A dolly provides a convenient means of launching and hauling lightweight daysailers such as dinghies and catamarans from a ramp or beach. It provides the boat's board and rudder protection from damage and serves as permanent storage when not in use.

Author: Adams, Josh
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1997
Usage, Equipment and supplies, Maintenance and repair, Sailboats, Boat trailers, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats

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Article Abstract:

Boat-handling under power at low speeds is becoming a challenge due mainly to the increased windage of modern boats. A step-by-step guide to using a stern-first approach to picking up a mooring in a strong wind is presented.

Author: van Hagen, Katharine
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2003
Environmental aspects, Winds

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Optimizing for reaching

Article Abstract:

Few tips are provided for preparing the keelboat for jib-reaching, optimizing the sail inventory and the trimming technique.

Author: Adams, Josh
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2004
Management dynamics, Management, Company business management, Keelboats

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