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FRAP!
No, I’m not cursing at you, although it is one of my personal pet-peeves! Here it is from Merriam-Webster: verb \ˈfrap\ frapped frap·ping Definition of FRAP transitive verb : to draw tight (as with ropes or cables) <frap a sail> I’m … Continue reading
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Sailing Knots vs. Non-Sailing Knots!
Ever wonder why certain knots are part of the curriculum and certain knots are left out? Perhaps you know some rescue knots or construction knots that sailors don’t use? Maybe you are good at tying things up and just make … Continue reading
I Love Classes That Make You Think! Part I
Today is Thursday and I have a bareboat class going as I write this. Class started Sunday and will continue next Saturday and Sunday. Last night I received an email from one of the students with a list of questions … Continue reading
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Skipper’s Tip – Corrosion & Equipment Failure
It has been said around Tradewinds that there are many things on a boat that can be fixed with liberal application of fresh water. Here are a few of our favorite examples of why that is true – please consider … Continue reading
Speaking of Depths…
We are often asked, “Is the depth instrument on this boat set to the depth of water or depth below keel?” This is a question we will not likely answer. The answer is probably, “Neither!” and I’ll explain why: There … Continue reading
Skipper’s Tip – Light Air Sail Trim
When I go sailing the San Francisco Bay in the light winter winds, I get so excited because I get to make adjustment to the sails and improve the boat’s speed. I have always liked to tinker with the sails … Continue reading
Backing Into a Slip – Where do You Stand?
By Captain Craig Walker Let’s talk about backing a boat into a slip. But, before we do, why would we want to? The most compelling reasons for backing a boat into a slip are 1) backing in might mean an … Continue reading
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Skipper’s Tip – Know Your Tide Book
By Tony Johnson Learn to use the current mini-charts in the back of your tide book to plan your day. They display the behavior of the currents in the Bay for every hour of the tidal cycle. The instructions on … Continue reading
Skipper’s Tip – VHF
With approximately 59 VHF marine channels available to us there is often confusion as to what channels are to be used. Hopefully this tip will clear some of the fog. If the vessel has a VHF marine radio we are … Continue reading