Laura Madrueño is passionate about the sea, diving, conservation of the oceans and its fauna. She is part of “We are water films” and in JUN-21 she publishes her book “Somos agua”. In this exciting interview she shares with us her experiences as a diver, the damage being done to the oceans, and the urgent need for solutions.
Read More
First chapter of the online book “Meteorology and Oceanography for Sailors”. Description of the composition and layers of the atmosphere (Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere and Exosphere). General concepts of interest to understand marine meteorology and oceanography.
Read More
Description of the OpenCPN navigation software, where to install it, the use of electronic nautical charts, the integration of GPS and IAS, the acquisition of weather data, and other useful functionalities on board a sailing yacht.
Read More
In this new chapter of the on-line book ‘Buying a sailboat’, we will try to answer the question: What is the ideal length for my sailboat? and we will analyse factors such as the intended use of the boat, its crew, age and experience, and the economic factor.
Read More
Taking care of the diesel engine and knowing it thoroughly is a permanent task for the skipper of a sailboat. Before starting the engine, we recommend performing these 10 simple checks, which will serve to prolong the life of the engine and prevent breakdowns at sea.
Read More