Voyaging: Caribbean exit lanes

Article Abstract:

Some practical solutions and techniques for the bluewater sailor are given. Such solutions and techniques may be useful to prevent boats from leaving the Caribbean at the wrong time of the year and avoid damage claims, groundings and abandonment.

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Picking your point of departure

Article Abstract:

Information shows that in reality it is very rare to have wonderful offshore voyages from the U.S east coast to the Caribbean. The major problem faced by sailors is the short weather window.

Management dynamics, Caribbean Region, Practice, Influence, Weather, Caribbean Islands

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Boathandling: Give your headsails room to breathe

Article Abstract:

Sheeting the jib or genoa opens up the slot and gives the sail more gas. This adjustment makes it easier to trim out excessive weather helm.

General services, Maintenance and repair, Sailboats

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