Tag: Navigation
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Navigation briefing: Mike Broughton explains why you still need radar
It’s a frequent question from cruisers: given advances in AIS and weather forecasting do we still need radar? Mike Broughton argues that we do In a recent feature in Yachting World, my friend and highly respected yachting journalist Ed Gorman wrote a revealing article about sailing single-handed. There were many good lessons in his summary,…
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Smartphone navigation: Pip Hare’s top tips for sailing by iPhone
When all else fails, smartphone navigation can be a great back up to help get you home. Pip Hare explains how it’s done No matter how good navigation apps have become, using your smartphone as a main method of navigation is just not a good idea. The screen is tiny and you’ll struggle to get…