pvb
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Richard
Yes, I think Andy's lost the plot.
nasa clipper wireless wind system
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Yes, I think Andy's lost the plot.
Seajet
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If you think trying to explain instrumentation to donkeys is losing the plot...
TSB240
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Andy you lost most of us a long time ago by actually claiming that this would be your first choice of log for a modern sailing Boat?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Boxed-Wal...og-Excellent-Condition-Freepost-/131384070926
So basically you prefer a large mackerel spinner on a bit of string connected to a big clockwork instrument.
Reminds me do you carry a sign on the back Keep Clear as you tack up the Solent?:encouragement:
http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthrea...-behind-another-boat&highlight=how+far+astern
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Boxed-Wal...og-Excellent-Condition-Freepost-/131384070926
So basically you prefer a large mackerel spinner on a bit of string connected to a big clockwork instrument.
Reminds me do you carry a sign on the back Keep Clear as you tack up the Solent?:encouragement:
http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthrea...-behind-another-boat&highlight=how+far+astern
Seajet
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As usual my words have been twisted.
I use a trail log for longer trips such as cross Channel, but even then only if I feel like it.
BTW I got a much better boxed ship's trail log with the oil tins etc from an antique shop in Petworth for £90 quid - it's an antique not A22 kit you'll be relieved to know.
For everyday use I rely on GPS, as my boat has no holes through the hull; a couple of years ago I and a chum did ' speed runs ' up and down Emsworth Channel ( luckily it was a westerly so reach both ways ) - to emulate the speed runs by any boat - or aircraft - to prove my claim of 7 knots - we managed well over that both ways.
I don't like paddlewheel logs as they're inaccurate, mean a hole in the hull and pick up weed, and wee beasties take up residence midweek; trail logs also pick up weed but when they do it's obvious.
BTW The trail log thrums and vibrates at a low frequency throughout the boat, so even off watch in my sleeping bag I can tell what's going on.
I use a trail log for longer trips such as cross Channel, but even then only if I feel like it.
BTW I got a much better boxed ship's trail log with the oil tins etc from an antique shop in Petworth for £90 quid - it's an antique not A22 kit you'll be relieved to know.
For everyday use I rely on GPS, as my boat has no holes through the hull; a couple of years ago I and a chum did ' speed runs ' up and down Emsworth Channel ( luckily it was a westerly so reach both ways ) - to emulate the speed runs by any boat - or aircraft - to prove my claim of 7 knots - we managed well over that both ways.
I don't like paddlewheel logs as they're inaccurate, mean a hole in the hull and pick up weed, and wee beasties take up residence midweek; trail logs also pick up weed but when they do it's obvious.
BTW The trail log thrums and vibrates at a low frequency throughout the boat, so even off watch in my sleeping bag I can tell what's going on.
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bigmac2x2
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Hi all,
Have had the wireless clipper wind instrument for about 6 months now and it looks like they have upped their game.
It went through a 40+ knot blow a few days ago and all the cups are still onboard.
Will be getting the electromagnetic speed logger next week to replace the foul paddlewheel raymarine unit I have.
Will let you know how it goes when I pop her out of the water and put it in.
Thanks and gidday
Greg
Have had the wireless clipper wind instrument for about 6 months now and it looks like they have upped their game.
It went through a 40+ knot blow a few days ago and all the cups are still onboard.
Will be getting the electromagnetic speed logger next week to replace the foul paddlewheel raymarine unit I have.
Will let you know how it goes when I pop her out of the water and put it in.
Thanks and gidday
Greg
