Fire on a Boat
Putting out fires quickly is essential. The sooner you find the source the quicker the fire can be extinguished.
Entries by Grant Headifen
Slips – Returning
Wind coming into the slip channel and your boat is to be docked stern-toSteer into the slip channel and maneuver…
Non-Electronic Communications
Sailing has been around for thousands of years. Electronic Communications has been around for less than 100 years (not counting the telegraph).
Diesel Fuel
The search, discovery, refinement, and resource control of fuel has a rich and very sordid history. But just like a conversation on a boat…
Navigation Rules Review
The rules make it very clear: safety is paramount, and you must always maintain a safe distance from other vessels.
Semi-Displacement Powerboat Hulls
A semi-displacement hull is designed to offer a balance between the high-speed capabilities of a planing hull and the efficiency and stability of a displacement hull.
Electrical Measurements
To be prepared and understand electrical power usage on a modern vessel, it is important to learn a few basic terms and concepts.
Weighing Anchor
“Weighing the anchor” simply means raising it. However, forgive your crew member if they yell back “40 pounds” after you ask them to weigh the anchor.
Advanced Maneuvering – Catamarans and Twin Drives
Here again, we are discussing catamarans and twin-drive monohulls for the sake of their similarity and non-duplication.
Powerboat Planing Hull
A planing hull is designed to rise and glide on top of the water at higher speeds, rather than plowing through it like a displacement hull.
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