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OceanLED Explore E3
The combination of optics, electronics, form factor, built-in driver, and plug-and-play creates the most sophisticated underwater light range in the market. With Midnight Blue, Ultra White, Dual Blue/White, and RGBW light choices, the Explore E3 delivers a strong 5,000* fixture lumens into a low profile, Xchangeable Flush Mount body. A wide-angled, concentrated beam illuminates a […]
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Sailing Knots 101
The knots which sailors tie to manage their rigging can be beautiful and elaborate. But form follows function, and being able to tie the right kind of knot which doesn’t slip can make the difference between sailing safely and dealing with hassles or even an emergency out on the water. As a beginner, maritime knots […]
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Emergency Preparedness for Sailors: Learn the Basics to Stay Safe
With proper planning, hopefully you can avoid encountering an emergency situation when you’re sailing. But even with the best planning, the unlikely can still occur. A storm can form seemingly out of calm, still air, or somebody could become sick or injured on the water. If so, how can you handle these emergencies as they […]
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6 Best Places to Sail in the World
One of the most exciting things about sailing as a hobby is that it can take you to destinations around the globe. Each can offer you unique experiences on the water and at port. Looking for ideas for where to sail next? Here are some of the top places to sail around the world. 1. […]
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6 Best Places to Sail in the US
Whether you are planning a sailing trip or you are thinking about relocating, you may be wondering where some of the best sailing opportunities are in the US. Let’s check out some prime destinations, some of them well-known, others hidden gems. 1. Newport, Rhode Island We’ll start with one of the best-known destinations for sailing […]
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10 Simple Ways to Get Into Sailing
If you want to get into sailing, you may wonder where and how to start, and whether it is even possible for you if you are on a budget. While the world of sailing may appear daunting to you as a newcomer, it is actually easier and more affordable than you might think to start […]
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Whaleback Sailboat Design Considerations
Intended use The design concept is based on a desire to create a trailerable, shallow draft sailboat for use on the Great Lakes. The design is intended to be used to sail from harbor to harbor on the Lakes, rather than just daysail around a harbor entrance. This means that it has to be able […]
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South Haven Dory Plans – Part 1
The South Haven Dory is a one-person rowing boat that is based on lines of the St. Pierre dory, a traditional dory hull shape. The construction method is plywood/epoxy/composite (stitch and glue) with no building mold. It is not an “instant” boat; there are many steps to go through and the result is a strong […]
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South Haven Dory Plans – Part 2
Sheer Clamps – A Sheer clamps are the boards which strengthen the top of the hull. Right now, you are just going to put the outside sheer clamp on. I used 3/4″x1 1/2″ pine or fir boards which were sold as furring strips and were extremely cheap. 3/4″ is too thick, you may want to […]
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Ham Test Help
The following is the way I studied for the ham test. It may not be right for everyone but I think almost anyone could pass using this method. It will work for people that do not have a good background in electronics. Plan to spend two to three months in preparation prior to your test. […]