Sailing Magazine
by Richard Crockett
Due to the stormy weather on the South African coast a few days ago, this article may well be timeous and a pertinent reminder, indeed a refresher, on actions one may take when caught in a viscous storm.
It was written by Robin Knox-Johnston, so the authors credentials are impeccable.
“When the prevailing weather conditions reach the point where it is no longer safe or comfortable to continue sailing, the time has come to heave-to. This means taking the way off the boat and allowing her to lie as comfortably as possible” said Knox-Johnston.
It’s a good read, a good refresher, and sound knowledge to stow in the back of one’s mind for when the time comes to put his sage advice into practice.
READ IT ALL HERE: Pages from 1985 07 – SAILING Magazine – OCR
