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Jen Wilson
Granada, Granada, Spain
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Confused!
Posted 2021, Jun 26 17:01
Ok Now Im confused. I thougt my analogy of wind blowing to right has right of way- but now the opposite tack scenario says the opposite and the port tack has to give way What am I missing? Don't give up on me yet - Im a total beginner! Had an hour long chat with my Dad earlier about the aerodynamics of wind on wings and sails, so theres still hope for me!
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Grant Headifen
Reply 2021, Jun 26 18:27
When the wind comes from the port (left) side of the boat you are "on port" When the wind comes from the starboard (right) side of the boat you are "on starboard" A boat "on port" gives way to a boat "on starboard" Just remember as everyone does - on starboard is the stand-on vessel
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