West of the conch republic: proof that you don't have to leave U.S. waters to sail to foreign places

Article Abstract:

The Dry Tortugas National Park is an excellent haven for those who want to get away from it all, with its exquisite cruising and shoreside attractions, yet does not require visitors to leave the US. The island is within easy sailing or motoring distance from a number of US ports.

Ocean travel, Appreciation, Description and travel, Dry Tortugas

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Finding new amidst the old

Article Abstract:

Several marine propellers and drives from the 19th century used principles similar to those of such modern inventions as the Arneson Drive, the contra-rotating propeller and the variable pitch propeller.

History, Ship propulsion, Marine propulsion systems, Propellers

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Si-Tex Genesis System

Article Abstract:

The Si-Tex Genesis System is a PC-based system that combines information from a boat's radar, plotter, weatherfax and fishfinder/sounder. It has a 10.4-in active matrix colour LCD.

Evaluation, Aids to navigation, Navigation aids, Si-Tex Genesis System

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