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How to Predict Wind Direction & Speed from a Surface Pressure Chart

Learning how to read a surface pressure chart will allow you to predict the wind speed and direction based on the weather chart. This will help you in planning your next sailing trip.

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What Does a Black & Yellow Buoy Mean? (Cardinal Marks Explained)

If you see a black and yellow buoy while you're sailing, don't ignore it. Cardinal Marks are there to help you avoid hidden hazards in the water. This helpful article will help you to identify a...

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How to Pick the Perfect Anchorage

Finding the perfect anchorage can be a challenge. However I've got ten tips which will help you to choose the best anchorage with confidence next time you need to drop the anchor.

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How to Download the Navionics Boating App (iOS or Android)

Learn how to download the Navionics boating app on any mobile device so that you can access your digital nautical charts on your phone or tablet.

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How to Update Charts on the Navionics Boating App

Learn how to update the charts on your Navionics Boating App so that you are using the most up to date nautical charts for your route planning. Navionics make thousands of daily updates to their...

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How to Rename a Navionics Route (on ANY Device)

Learn how to easily rename a route within Navionics on any device. This is how to change the name of a route on the Navionics boating app.

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Hi, I'm James! I started sailing at a very early age here in the UK, and have enjoyed so many opportunities to sail all over the world. I created this website to share the many sailing tips I've leaned over the years, so that you can also discover the joy of sailing with safety and confidence.

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