Why is the Right of a Ship called Starboard?

September 25, 2012 in Sailing History   |  be the first to comment
  Because of the Vikings! The Vikings were famous for their boat and shipbuilding. The ships were usually pointed at each end and wide in the middle. This meant, that they could sail in relatively shallow waters.   At the right side of the ship, near the back, was  ... [read more]

Has your tablet a GPS?

September 18, 2012 in Featured, Sail Blog, Technology & Sailing Apps   |  be the first to comment
Do you like to use your mobile tablet for navigation?   If yes you need a GPS. Not all tablets have.   Download digital charts and track your route with your iPad or any other mobile device can be quite convenient. Make sure before you go on your next sailing trip  ... [read more]
Sailing in Baja California

Sailing in Baja California Sur, Mexico

September 11, 2012 in Featured, Sail Blog, Sailing Destinations   |  be the first to comment
  Baja California is a peninsula that extends 660 miles south of California border. It’s bounded on the east by the *Sea of Cortez (or Gulf of California), which separates the peninsula from the rest of Mexico. To the west is the Pacific.   The Sea of Cortes  ... [read more]