Sailing requires a higher level of fitness than what many people may imagine. Elite sailors have to tug on ropes to turn the heavy boats, all the while dealing with strong winds and stinging thuds of salty water on their faces. Keep in mind that the sport is competitive, so everything has to be done…
Keep The Boat Properly Maintained First and foremost a sailing vessel needs to be up to safety standards. There are several companies that can review the ship and inform the owner of any potential issues. After each long trip it is recommended that the vessel is tested to ensure it does not have any dangerous…
Dinghy sailing is the activity of sailing small boats by using the most important controls that include foils, trim, and sails. Side to side balance and choice of the route are also important aspects of dinghy sailing. Dinghy sailing is one of the best ways one can get out into the waters and have fun….
Dinghy sailing is the activity of sailing small boats by using the most important controls that include foils, trim, and sails. Side to side balance and choice of the route are also important aspects of dinghy sailing. Dinghy sailing is one of the best ways one can get out into the waters and have fun….
Nowadays we are used to the elegant and minimalistic lines of modern marine vessels, but not too long ago, various figureheads graced the bows of the proud ships of old. At times beautiful or grotesque, tranquil or scary, they were intended to instil fear in the potential opponent. Designed also to appease the sea Gods…
If you’ve been dreaming about sailing to the best destinations in the world, you have probably spent a couple of hours looking at boats that may be ready for the blue water. The assumption in this piece is that you already have a water vessel that is capable of undertaking this adventure. The next thing…
Since time immemorial navigators have used quite a number of methods to find their way out of wilderness or pinpoint the exact positions of ships sailing on seas. However, the world is rapidly changing due to the advent of modern technology, which is being applied in a myriad of activities, including the navigation sector. Due…
The beauty of sailing is you can find a boat that will be exactly what you are looking for because boats come in all sizes, shapes, and types. All sailing boats have the following components: a hull, a mast, a sail, and rope. A hull is a fin that’s located right under the bottom…
The world of sailing revolves around the conditions of the water and the wind. A sailboat can’t go anywhere if there is no wind. When it comes to sailing, it is important to remember that safety needs to come first and that you should never go sailing in conditions that exceed your abilities. If…
You can find boats near almost everywhere where there is water, be it a river, a reservoir, a lake, a bay or an ocean. People that own boats typically belong to sailing clubs, where you can often find experienced sailors looking for crew members. A marina where people store boats is also a great…