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Non-Electronic Communications

September 26, 2024/by Grant Headifen

Sailing has been around for thousands of years. Electronic Communications has been around for less than 100 years (not counting the telegraph).

Diesel Fuel

September 26, 2024/by Grant Headifen

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

September 25, 2024/by Grant Headifen

The rules make it very clear: safety is paramount, and you must always maintain a safe distance from other vessels.

Semi-Displacement Powerboat Hulls

September 24, 2024/by Grant Headifen

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

September 23, 2024/by Grant Headifen

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

September 20, 2024/by Grant Headifen

“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

September 19, 2024/by Grant Headifen

Here again, we are discussing catamarans and twin-drive monohulls for the sake of their similarity and non-duplication.

Powerboat Planing Hull

September 18, 2024/by Grant Headifen

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.

Mooring

September 18, 2024/by Grant Headifen

Mooring a vessel means attaching it to a float that is firmly and permanently anchored to the sea bottom.

Engine Cooling System

September 17, 2024/by Grant Headifen

Marine engines on powerboats, whether gasoline or diesel, use two primary cooling systems to manage engine temperatures: the raw water system and the coolant water system.