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When I use the AP under sail I usually set it to track wind
In Response To: Wind Instruments give more data than ()
The boat just handles better. The track isn't as straight but the overall average speed is higher, makes for a more pleasant passage.
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- Does a wind direction indicator tell you any more than a windex?
- Of the gizmos I've owned, that seemed like the least valuable.
- Alone, probably not (beyond not having to look up constantly; BUT
- Windex? Windex? Oh- you mean a "destination finder"
- True wind display is a reality check
- Another take
- Max, I appretiate what you're saying...
- Windex_Light?
- Who makes your speed log? You should choose one that can network with it.
- One more thing
- Wind Instruments give more data than
- When I use the AP under sail I usually set it to track wind
- For all that...
- Windex_Light?
- Max, I appretiate what you're saying...
- I like my instruments
- Besides a crook in the neck, also not staring at the sun which is often up there.
- That's what Gene should hear. A WSD should be fun and may give you more info.
- That's what Gene should hear. A WSD should be fun and may give you more info.
- For the real natural navigators and sailors -- heirs to the skills of old
- Of the gizmos I've owned, that seemed like the least valuable.
