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Sailing
Questions about wind-propelled water vessels, their maintenance, handling and rules governing their use.
2,485 Questions
By operating a boat in Georgia you have consented to what kind of test if directed?
By operating a boat in Georgia, you have consented to a sobriety test if directed.
Which navigation light should never be used by a sailboat operating under sail at night?
anchor light
Sails use the wind to move a ship or boat. This has been true in the ancient past to the current day.
Why it is easier to row a sail boat in the direction of wind when you row a sail boat?
the force is there and it is easier to row
A sailing boat can not sail directly upwind, sail at about 45 degrees to the wind and tack (turn the boat through the wind) to the other side of the wind and continue in this zig-zag manner up wind.
What are three characteristics of Sumerian sailboats?
It was used for fishing and water transportation, it was made from wood and used cloth sails, and the square-shaped boat limited its usability.
Different sails work differently.
Sailboats tend to catch wind and cause the boat to be pushed by this action. The more square footage of sail you have the more power you are sailing with.
Ice boats use the sail as a wind edge. They do better when going into a wind. The wind passes over the sail on both sides. One side has more pressure then the other side. As a result, the ice boat is capable of moving several times faster then the wind. Speeds of as much as 100 mph have been recorded.
Is starboard the left or right side of the ship?
The right when looking forward from the aft of the vessel
Is it possible to sail to Canada from Scotland?
I assume. If you started at New-Brunswick, PEI, or someother place on the east coast. My grandfater sailed from New-Brunswick to portugal. It took him 40 odd days and there were some islands you could stop at in the middle.
How much gas does a boat use per km?
Boat fuel consumption is based more base upon gallons per hour. A 31' cabin cruiser with a moderate V8 gasoline engine may consume up to 3 gallons per hour at 3/4 throttle. Standard outboards are much thriftier.
What are some of the advantages of nylon?
No limitation on rope length.
Light, strong, not damaged by insects or fungus. The stretchiness comes in handy as well.
What is the main reason for assuming the help position when stranded in the water?
To survive while attracting attention.
A motor boat is crossing paths with a pwc what action should be taken?
Both vessels are Power Driven Vessels - Rule 15 applies. Whichever has the other on her starboard hand must give way.
Why do pirates swab the poop deck?
Swab means to clean. Poop Deck is the largest deck on large ships. So to swab the poop deck is to clean the large deck of the ship. This is often used as punishment.
