Sailing Watches With GPS: All the Facts Before Buying
To be a good sailing watch, it has to have more than just looks. These need to provide a purpose, especially if you’re spending a lot of money on them. …
Weather & Navigation
Are Tide Watches Accurate for Sailing?
Tide watches are important pieces of equipment that help sailors predict the rise and fall of tides. But are these tide watches accurate? Depending on your location, it’s the best …
What Is a Tide Watch and How Do They Work
Awareness of the tides when sailing can mean the difference between a safe passage and a disaster. Researchers have recorded the most extensive tidal range in the world in the …
A Guide to Sailing Pilotage and Passage Planning
In 1979, an artist named Christopher Cross wrote and recorded a song called ‘Sailing’. Highly popular, it won the prestigious ‘Song of the Year’ category at Grammy Awards in 1981. …
Sailing Navigation: Tides and Currents
Understanding how tides and currents impact the navigation of a sailboat is important when charting your course. Being able to make the proper course corrections based on the available tidal …
Sailing Weather: Types of Clouds and Meanings
Having the ability to spot certain cloud formations while out sailing can give you a good heads up on what awaits you weather-wise. Depending on what the current weather’s like …