| Looking for tips for sailing long-distance race #83409 08/24/06 08:22 AM 08/24/06 08:22 AM |
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Posts: 44 The Netherlands | I was wondering if anyone could share tips, hints do's & don't they know about when sailing a long distance race. I am about to sail a 50nm race (does that qualify as long distance?).
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Martijn
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Posts: 2,584 +31NL | Hi Martijn, What race are you sailing?, and you sailing solo? I carry a dry-sack in which I carry food, water, mobile phone, tools, and some money. If you wear a drysuit try not to drink so much or you will end up with a "wet" suit. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> Also studying the route and carrying a GPS for navigation is a good idea. | | | Re: Looking for tips for sailing long-distance rac
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Posts: 2,718 St Petersburg FL | double check your rudder gudgeons.
:bustedface: And drink plenty of water right? <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> | | | Re: Looking for tips for sailing long-distance rac
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#83414 08/24/06 02:20 PM 08/24/06 02:20 PM | Anonymous
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Unregistered | cell phone or sat phone EPIRB VHF. Wawa food (Carbs and protein) flares maps whistle signal mirror GPS (backup also) flashlight and strobe throwable or some kind of rescue device extra line, shackles and the like. The shore is your friend. Remember VMG Make sure your mom knows your going offshore and tell her you love her before you leave.
Actually beat Jake to this one?!?!
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Posts: 44 The Netherlands | Tony,
I do sail solo, I sail an Inter17. Being a purely recreational sailer I will take someone along (but only if there is enough wind).
I am sailing the "Rondje Pampus" om sat 9th sept.
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Posts: 44 The Netherlands | Your list makes sense (thanks for that!), except for the Wawa(?). Wawa?
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Unregistered | Dave got it right, he's southern folk too. Good luck, have fun and be safe. Oh, and try to win.
cu in a few weeks Mosley. | | | Re: Looking for tips for sailing long-distance rac
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Posts: 44 The Netherlands | Thanks all for your insight and tips!
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