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    When stepping the mast on a boat for the first time, what lucky charm is traditionally put under the mast as it is lowered into the step fitting? ...

    On June 13, 2022 / By
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    When docking your cruising boat on a float or dock with the wind and/or current pushing you off the dock, which spring line attached to the dock is ...

    On June 5, 2022 / By
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    When inspecting wire rigging on a sailboat, what does “barber poling” refer to?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the correct answers ...

    On May 31, 2022 / By
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    What number normally designates “marine grade” stainless steel?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the correct answers and will win a subscription ...

    On May 23, 2022 / By
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    How many “points” are there in a compass rose?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the correct answers and will win a ...

    On May 17, 2022 / By
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    What day of the week has been considered, for generations, a bad day to start a passage or voyage?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will ...

    On May 9, 2022 / By
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    What is the additive in gasoline that is bad for outboards?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the correct answers and will ...

    On May 3, 2022 / By
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    What planet is often called the “morning or evening star”?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the correct answers and will win ...

    On April 26, 2022 / By
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    Can you name four or more marine terms that have the word “eye” in them.?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be drawn from the ...

    On April 19, 2022 / By
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    What highly effective chemical is banned for us in antifouling paint in the U.S. on most recreational boats?   Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be ...

    On April 12, 2022 / By