Image by Steve A via Flickr Appreciation of teamwork is an unintended consequence of participation in sailing. Unless you intend on single handed sailing, you will always end up working as a team trying to control the boat. The task of maintaining the boat on the right course and making sure that the sails are [...]
Volvo Ocean Race
March 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Oceans cover more than 71% of the Earth’s surface. Cruising over the open seas is an exhilarating experience. Racing over the surface of the oceans can take the adventure and pleasure to a different level. Volvo ocean race is one such yacht race which tests the Endeavour and the sailing prowess of the humans. Man [...]
Basic Sailing Terminology
December 27, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Image via Wikipedia Just like any other activity, the art of sailing has common terminology associated with its practice. For specific parts of the vessel, for calling directions when navigating a boat, or for ropes and lines fsailing typically uses common nautical terminology. When giving directions on a sailing boat, the following traditional nautical terms [...]