https://www.startedsailing.com/sailing-blog.html en-us sailing Fri, 27 Jul 2018 18:32:59 -0400 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 18:32:59 -0400 startedsailing.com https://www.startedsailing.com/take-yourself-off-to-paradise-with-a-yacht-charter.html1513927c3bf59da55c68f93b2502e2daWhether you are an experienced sailor or simply understand the basics, chartering your own yacht is a great way to see the world. However, there is more Fri, 9 Feb 2018 10:23:07 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/stuck-in-a-cogmire.html5bac0335dd3fb6adf2a68f3b03067907Hello There! I have a question about ships in the mid 1100's. I did read the Cog page....but I'm still lost. I'm particularly interested on ships that Wed, 14 Sep 2016 11:19:30 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/best-books-to-read-to-learn-about-13th14th-century-sailing-vessels.htmlaaffb7d211a7286f62f170fd8da18270I'm writing a novel set in the late 13th century, early 14th century, and much of it takes place on a merchant sailing vessel of the time period. I chose Wed, 14 Sep 2016 11:16:46 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/marine-super-store.html4d3af15034f19708deb0c3d88f83c640A marine chandlery store specialising in sailing clothing and marine hardware, eletronic and safety boat maintenance products for individual and commercial Wed, 14 Sep 2016 11:11:56 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/reliance-3-masted-sailboat.html3c615355ae7987590e34ccdda1f25ee9I have a wooden model of Reliance with 3 masts. All the pictures I've found are not of my boat. How do I find out the history of it. It has 21 sail Wed, 19 Nov 2014 05:32:52 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/buying-first-sailing-boatyacht.html712c99a7f5d9f3e5fed13945a4883119Hi All, I am looking for our first sailing boat/yacht and have a few questions that I would like some advice on. 1/ I like the look of the classic wooden Wed, 19 Nov 2014 05:32:20 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/right-of-way-at-windward-mark.html55abfbc867fbd00733184d25d5f302adLead boat has just rounded the windward mark on starboard rounding. They head downwind on a run, maybe favoring the starboard. Trailing boat in leeward Thu, 25 Sep 2014 17:20:01 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/fjcruiser.html14c4ccab5db8ff5b44eff94b07f6fbdaHi, I live in Dubai and bought my first keel boat last year. I day cruise with the family and plan to enter our local week-end races. The boat is an Archambault Wed, 3 Sep 2014 11:30:12 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/motor-set-up-at-rear.html08d0ded53aa35907bc0e5d1ed028b42bHi, I would like to ask whether this model of FD sailboat 1979 can set up motor at rear? Is there a link or website address where I can look it up for Fri, 25 Jul 2014 06:29:32 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/genoa.html727fb28cf087e24f2b478b846302224dWhat does the different percentage mean on a genoa sail? Tue, 20 May 2014 10:53:25 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/how-to-get-over-steep-learning-curve.html05af8bb87cab1affe2b2bd3333fbe783Hi, (Sorry for the length of this post.) All my life, I have dreamed of sailing. There is a chance (admittedly slim at the moment) that I may soon be Thu, 1 May 2014 10:39:51 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/sailing-terminology1.html154310c8599a8659f9b5263364e3b724What is meant by the orders Ware ship, and also the order full and by. Thu, 1 May 2014 10:39:18 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/a-journey-from-malta-to-scotland-in-the-late-1600s.htmlc1dea99e5e6cc2404c4827c764fd36c9For a novel I am writing, I need to know how someone would have travelled, by sea and overland, from Malta to Scotland in the late 1600s. Specifically, Tue, 4 Mar 2014 08:01:16 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/ruffin.html371205961fb21448f3a2e9cfd659441aI was born three weeks after Pearl Harbor. I'm not a sailor per se, unless you count cruise ships. I live in Napa, CA. I like all tall ships and am interested Mon, 27 Jan 2014 18:01:00 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/characteristics-of-18th-century-british-built-ships.html37c4039c4b738e8894ec80b574a02d5dI'm building a model ship kit of the CSS Alabama. When I started I realized that there were flaws of accuracy in some of the fittings so I began research. Mon, 27 Jan 2014 18:00:23 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/bailing-water-out.html74691091d0772a79defe5de504f507d9What method is used to bail water from a hartley16? Mon, 13 Jan 2014 05:46:45 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/dartmouth-chandlery.html5f79b8295f9961a6ba53e78ae89ca674Set in Dartmouth, less than 100meters from the banks of the River Dart and open 7days a week, Dartmouth Chandlery is well worth a visit however you have Mon, 13 Jan 2014 05:46:04 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/rigging-on-dinghy.html778ec48af972a7ba8fdc43a30287e3f4Can you tell me the best knot to use to tie my forestay on Heron dinghy? Wed, 1 Jan 2014 18:03:28 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/kathleen-cossack-nee-loades.html651caf8926a5087642fa0ba63d9a24a5Just found this website. my father was Walter Loades and my grandfather was William Loades who was chief mate on the garthpool when it ran aground. On Mon, 28 Oct 2013 11:43:30 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/what-types-of-single-hander-are-there.html14c0ae177f9cc076341520a623972100Thinking about getting a single hander (currently sharing a flying fifteen)I know lasers are very popular but what other types are there i know about picos Mon, 28 Oct 2013 11:42:44 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/erin-morgan.html5b3f8e954be752496b0d20b84e7410aaI'm a senior in high school . I've been sailing dingy boats for four years now. Mostly just FJ's and 420's. I live in Suthern Maryland, between the Potamac Tue, 8 Oct 2013 13:01:08 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/the-button-boy.html80a88068ba949790d9963788df95a297I understand there was something called the BUTTON - at the top of a mast ? One sailor would be chosen as the 'button boy' which was regarded as an honour. Fri, 13 Sep 2013 20:34:48 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/turning-180-degrees-going-up-and-down-wind.html446c69a3136a1c77017b7f58cb1d63d4What is the best way to turn 180 degrees at each point of sail? Also, how should the sail be adjusted to ensure max stability and minimal risk of capsizing Fri, 13 Sep 2013 20:34:14 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/inflatable-dinghies-laser.html05a4c2a5efc5b3102eaa34704591c476Alex, You mentioned inflatable sails boats on your website...Any ideas where I could find one? Thanks Alex Wed, 14 Aug 2013 15:55:27 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/pirate-ship-wanted.html2440a106a470702d957313ca342c603dI am in the market for a late 1600's to early 1700's model sail boat but have no idea where to even start. I stumbled upon this forum and thought maybe Thu, 18 Jul 2013 16:03:28 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/patrick-skelton.html1d25c7f33a6b3b8f359c6d54153d2c36Been in a sailing dinghy just twice in my life, but have been hooked ever since. Sadly, life's waters have never been sufficiently calm for me to take Thu, 23 May 2013 12:02:00 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/laser-dinghy-hull-damage-from-mast.html54f18a81bb1aa251304cd402b18c227bHi, wondered if anyone knows if a raised hull around the bottom of the mast is problematic for a 1986 dinghy? Boat is in good condition except for this Sun, 28 Apr 2013 11:26:52 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/kare-gundersn.htmlb48de3fc7d3e68ef0a7c620983dc3088I am 59 years old. I have never been sailing in a sailboat. 2 days ago I bought a 22 ft Ohlson sailoboat, made in Sweden 40 years ago. Still I have to Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:02:31 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/the-age-of-the-boat.htmlfa7922e53b1a3acfc62570ec83c00a4fOur topper sail number is 2500 (or 250!). Do you know how old that is? Sun, 14 Apr 2013 14:27:10 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/marius-dumescu.htmle594b964d71593acaaad8f9e0cde283fHello everybody I did my Competent crew last year, the Radio and first aid course also last year. I did my Day Skipper last month and now I am looking Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:34:55 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/the-shockwave-hi-fit-trousers-by-henri-lloyd.html0a84a53587f894bed7fce040e4bf11bcAs soon as the foggy or cold seasons approaches, many people tend to hoard clothes that will keep them warm, but not necessarily clothes that are fashionable Fri, 5 Apr 2013 08:35:59 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/fiberon-sailboat.html3d6542117ecc052f9d3e0dd41573ca69I have inherited a small Sunfish type sailboat, but its longer without a flat transom, the hull sweeps back to a point at the rudder. I found the hull Fri, 5 Apr 2013 04:13:02 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/the-octane-windstopper-vest-by-henri-lloyd.htmld135c70dce48687cd0f71860f799e633During really horrible days like when it is windy, foggy or rainy, we all want to wear clothes that can really protect us from such weather conditions. Thu, 4 Apr 2013 06:44:11 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/the-skiff-buoyancy-aid-by-henri-lloyd.html46054a8c9488104f40915325ff864dadThe Skiff Buoyancy Aid by Henri Lloyd is intentionally created for people who are into hiking and trapeze dinghy sailing. This product by Henri Lloyd Wed, 3 Apr 2013 05:52:48 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/extreme-sailing-in-norway-gopro-hd.html0a0af6122325264620dd9feac89fcb06 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 14:05:55 -0400 https://www.startedsailing.com/5-amazing-destinations-to-set-sail.htmlc11eb207807b8e26105f3de785cdee31Boating is by turns soothing and exciting. It depends on the boat itself, the captain, and the waters. If you're exploring new locales and want to sample Wed, 6 Mar 2013 16:49:44 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/im-sailing-from-australia-around-the-world-making-documentary-sponsor-needed-.html5aa8c81b5456ac2db67a4b2b4e7a03aaHello my name is Matt , I'm sailing from Australia ( Tasmania ) and going around the world via most country's solo . I am seeking financial sponsorship Wed, 27 Feb 2013 14:50:12 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/sail-size.html3620275f967133df6a81c9ec5a596202How much sail can I put on a 16 foot mast? How many square meters? Sat, 16 Feb 2013 08:01:28 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/new-to-sailing.htmlfa677bc78f4d99cef588d2eb457bfb78Whare can I find information on ropes and names of different rigging as I have just purchased a small 14ft sailing dinghy Sat, 16 Feb 2013 08:01:01 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/4-great-sailing-courses-to-master-your-skills.html8d16093b9520c333257d36f160adefb7If you have recently found a new passion for sailing or you wish to try it out for the very first time, there are a variety of courses on offer to help Sat, 16 Feb 2013 07:58:55 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/robert-hutchinson.htmlcb006a99fedf3ac513114bffe6b1154cHello, I am living in Central New York and currently building a Bruce Roberts Adventurer 25. I have sailed various smaller boats; centerboards,etc. I Sun, 27 Jan 2013 15:56:50 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/draft-choice.html0600252da0ce2a204123796206be079chey im new to sailboating and just trying to figure out the differences between sailboats. Im interested in a boat i found and the draft is 4'4. My plan Sun, 13 Jan 2013 08:12:01 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/17th-century-french-corvette-three-masted-sailing-ship.html6b3ecacd4d25dda0d2eb1c1e9338fcf3Would a 17th Century French Corvette, three masted sailing ship be capable of crossing the Atlantic Ocean Tue, 25 Dec 2012 06:12:23 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/mast-lowering.htmlc8bcb8990b04ff59f30500a3a2a5fdd3I want to sail/motor up the river Severn to Worcester in the spring, but am thinking all the bridges may slow me down! I would be most gratful for any Tue, 25 Dec 2012 06:11:05 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/ship-crew-replenishment-at-sea.html336c129c4c47bd68465e208ea1f67302I have read that life was very hard for sailors, and that many died before reaching their destinations. It would seem that there would be a minimal number Wed, 19 Dec 2012 07:49:13 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/teen-sailing-in-the-summer.htmld36231a4c0ad923ce8a0cfcf093bb516I am in high school in Florida and am looking for the best places to sail around my area. Any ideas Wed, 19 Dec 2012 07:48:44 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/sailboat-rudder.html5027bb21c0cfd4b05a34dda3254d6a8dI have a Hartley 16' trailersailer. It is very responsive in the water. I have noticed that when sailing into the wind there is a lot of pressure on the Sun, 9 Dec 2012 06:54:17 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/buy-or-charter.html7e10ed88926963fb3375739a441880deDo you know what was more common in the mid 1300s: buy a cog or charter one? Is there any information on what a cog would cost? If you chartered a ship Fri, 30 Nov 2012 10:07:51 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/which-boat-to-buy1.html75e12798a126ecadb67f25c0941b1bf2Hi i recently passed my level 2 and am hooked but not yet got my first dinghy i learned in a GP and loved the boat but have been but off buying one as Fri, 23 Nov 2012 08:18:53 -0500 https://www.startedsailing.com/bad-at-sailing.html32287b171fbcb3464fc6769949fe7260Hi! I just got into high school sailing 2 months ago but it seems that im not very good in 420. I always come in last and no one wants to sail with me Sun, 11 Nov 2012 13:21:20 -0500