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- Sailboat Safety: What You Need To Know
by Jimmy Cox. Sailing is one of the most relaxing, enjoyable sports imaginable. It's one in which any member of the family, regardless of age, can participate, but there are some basic water safety rules which any good sailor should learn.
Capsizing
Capsizing is probably the most common sailing accident. Usually it occurs when least expected. But if you will consider a capsize as a part of the fun of sailing... products, articles, news
- How to Choose Your Sailboat
by Jimmy Cox. To join the fraternity of sailing enthusiasts and enjoy the new era of sailboat living, your first step is to select a boat. Unfortunately, there's no one sailboat that's perfect for all uses. If there were, there would be no need for the bewildering variety of sailboats that are available. A choice that the prospective sailor should consider, therefore, is between a faster craft, designed primar... products, articles, news
- How to Buy a Sailboat - Part I
by Dave Bello. There is plenty of advice available on how to buy a sailboat. Unfortunately, much of it is written by those in the sailboat building or sailboat selling business - in other words, someone with a vested interest in steering you one way or another. If you have read those articles, you will quickly realize that this article is different. The suggestions contained in this article (and subsequent ones... products, articles, news
- How to Buy a Sailboat - Part II
by Dave Bello. Once you know exactly how, where and when you will use your dream boat, the next question to answer is "what are the characteristics of a boat best suited for how I will sail the boat?" I believe this question is best answered across five dimensions: Rig type, sail plan, keel type, interior accommodations and overall hull design. Many great books are available to discuss these considerations in a... products, articles, news
- Boating Safety
by Frank Rom. Before you even think of taking your brand new boat out for a trip on the water it is in your won best interest to take a boat safety course and have a boat safety inspection to check for the mandatory safety equipment. The US Coast Guard can provide you with a list of mandatory as well as suggested boat safety equipment.
Life jackets, or personal floating devices as they are officially called, ... products, articles, news
- Boating Safety - Don't Spoil the Fun
by Mark Harris. Fortunately, the majority of boaters take the responsibility of practicing boating safety seriously. But we've all seen our share of boating mishaps, breakdowns and careless maneuvers. Luckily, most of the time, no one gets hurt and we can laugh at someone else's boating bloopers.
Sadly, some boating accidents do lead to tragedy. The sobering truth is that these accidents are usually preventa... products, articles, news
- Boating Safety Tips
by Don Seibert. Having a safe and fun day on the water simply requires a little planning and a heavy dose of common sense. Most boaters are so much about having fun on the water that they sometimes overlook some FUNdamentals. Since boating is such a pleasurable treat, it's very easy to let your guard down. So here's the plan for a great and safe day on the water.
Planning your voyage Before leaving home, kn... products, articles, news
- Kids and Canoe Safety
by Charles Kassotis. A canoeing trip for the entire family is a great way to spend a lazy summer afternoon. Before packing up and heading to the nearest river, however, give some thought to preparing your kids for this special adventure to make sure they have a safe, fun time. Like adults, they could benefit from special coaching or preparation before boarding a livery or family canoe and pushing out into a rushing s... products, articles, news
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