Browsing All Posts By George Day
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Dock Talk 0
Sargassum: The Seaweed Deluge Hitting Caribbean Shores
When waves of sargassum – a type of seaweed – washed up on Eastern Caribbean shores seven years ago, people hoped it was a one-off. Matted piles swamped ...
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Mindbender 0
MIndbender
On a Mercator Projection chart, does a great circle course across an ocean curve away from the pole or toward the pole? Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. ...
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Just Cruising with George Day 0
Cruising in August is the Best
This summer I’ve done a lot of sailing. In late June and July I sailed across the Atlantic on my friend’s Steve’s Hanse 505 Maverick. It was a ...
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For the Hungry Crew 0
Chicken Tikka Masala Thighs
Perfect for cockpit dining this easy-to-make chicken recipe is from simply-delicious-food. Easy chicken tikka masala thighs are a great way to get all those glorious curry flavors without ...
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Charter Chatter 0
15 Tips For An Amazing Sailing Vacation In Croatia
With a magnificent coastline, clear waters and splendid beaches, Croatia lures increasing numbers of visitors for sailing vacations each year. But where to go and what to know? ...
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Tech Talk 0
Your Lifejacket May Not Be as Safe as You Think
Three quarters of lifejackets checked the day before the Round the Island yacht race in Cowes, UK were found to be deficient, as reported by mysailing.com.au Safety checks ...
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Cool Things to Do 0
Safety at Sea Seminar
Davis Island Yacht Club, Tampa, FL is offering a one day, hands-on safety at sea seminar in September. This program offers a 5-year certification to participate in offshore ...
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Boat Reviews 0
New J99: Short-handed Speedster
J Boats has announced a new addition to their line. This 32 foot boat is designed as a short-handed offshore speedster. The J/99 is the newest addition to ...
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Dock Talk 0
Failure To Save Two Crew
The final report by Maritime NZ of two men killed aboard the yacht Platinocasts blame on the rest of the crew. Reported by stuff.co.nz An investigation into a yachting ...
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Dock Talk 0
Betsy DeVos’s $40 Million Yacht Set Adrift By Vandals
It’s not often that politicians are mentioned in nautical news but this is certainly worth noting. Many news agencies mentioned the goings on, this reported by thehill.com. A ...
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