Tom Cunliffe, ocean navigator, instructor, and renowned author. This book, based on his vast experience, contains masterful insights and advice on all the essential aspects to consider before sailing in rough weather aboard a sailboat.
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Considerations on the protection of a DC electrical circuit, properties of fuses and circuit breakers, most commonly used types on sailboats, procedure for choosing a fuse/circuit breaker and considerations on onboard installation.
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In June 2026, the eleventh edition of “El Camino a Vela” (Sail the Way) will take place, where a group of 20 sailboats will travel in several stages from France (La Rochelle), along the entire northern coast of Spain, from Hondarribia to Padrón, before finishing on foot in Santiago de Compostela. With the invaluable help of Federico Fernández-Trapa Fontán, we will learn what this edition of “El Camino a Vela” entails and how it is planned to unfold.
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After 35 days at sea, the “Patagonia by Patín a vela” expedition has reached the Isthmus of Ofqui, one of the most historic and emblematic passages for inland navigation in Chilean Patagonia. Reaching this point marks one of the first major milestones of the voyage, which aims to connect Puerto Montt with Puerto Williams by sailing exclusively in traditional vessels.
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Among the essential items to carry on a sailboat, a sailor’s knife stands out. However, on board, the typical multi-tool with multiple mini-tools won’t do. A sailor’s knife must have specific qualities, which we will explore in this new chapter of the online book “BRICONAVEGANTE,” concluding with a recommendation for a particular model.
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