Aboard, one must always tack through the apparent wind. This
this is because while aboard nothing else exists for the observer
until the yacth comes to a complete halt. Then and only then can
the observer aboard the vessel know both the true wind speed and
direction.



"Oz1" wrote in message ...

Cappy, think apparent wind and relationship to the phrase
"tacking thru"


On Mon, 7 Jul 2003 11:50:05 -0400, "Simple Simon"
wrote:

You should have looked at the picture on my website
where the gauge shows my yacht close-hauled at 30
degrees. That's what a good modern boat with an
experienced sailor at the helm can do as a matter of
routine.


"Oz1" wrote in message ...
On Mon, 7 Jul 2003 08:13:01 -0400, "Simple Simon"
wrote:

There's something wrong with your boat.

I can tack through only 60 degrees in light winds.


Yeah right,
Do you actually move forward after the tack?


Oz1...of the 3 twins.
I welcome you to crackerbox palace,We've been expecting you.




Oz1...of the 3 twins.
I welcome you to crackerbox palace,We've been expecting you.