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I suggest to rename this area to maritime.SX and include navigation, yacht electronics, motor yachts – Jonas Stein Nov 17 '12 at 23:04

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Which chart plotter vendor has the best software and map updates?
added by Jim Blizard Feb 6 '12 at 15:41
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The answer may be very subjective – Jonas Stein Nov 25 '12 at 19:09
As it currently stands, this question is not a good fit for our Q&A format. We expect answers to be supported by facts, references, or specific expertise, but this question will likely solicit debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion. – vascowhite Apr 12 at 21:05
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What pre/post season maintenance is recommended for a 2 cycle outboard motor?
added by Homer Jul 3 '12 at 17:11
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My Catalina 250 is very tender when sailing to windward. How can I improve it?
added by Jim Blizard Feb 6 '12 at 15:42
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What is the actual term for the "metal thing" and "rope" use to prevent boats from drifting from the docks?
added by Jake Apr 12 '12 at 3:00
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Is there a good rule of thumb for maximum number of people in a boat?
added by Homer Jul 3 '12 at 17:08
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What is the best way to calculate fuel economy of my new 40ft displacement hulled cruiser?
added by Jim Blizard Feb 6 '12 at 15:44
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Why are sails routinely removed or covered rather than just flaked over the boom and tied or bungeed up?
added by bib Jul 14 '12 at 10:42
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On my sailboat's 5 HP outboard, is a fresh water flush of the cooling system after every use in salt water really essential?
added by bib Aug 5 '12 at 21:56
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Identifying 70s Mercury Mariner 9.9 outboard motor (Yamaha?)
added by theUg Jun 24 '12 at 19:48
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Is there a lubricant appropriate for the bolt rope track in boom and mast?
added by bib Sep 17 '12 at 3:34
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What type sailboat can an adult learn to sail, be sailed single handed and carry 4 or 5 passengers
added by bib Aug 5 '12 at 22:02
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Building a clinker hulled wooden boat: Do blanks need any sealing in between?
added by jkj Aug 9 '12 at 5:59
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How do I fill stripped screw holes for my centerboard cams?
added by bib Sep 6 '12 at 21:58
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How to properly fold inflatable tender with transom to use the least amount of space, yet preventing damage from creasing etc. in storage?
added by theUg Oct 8 '12 at 21:05
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Which is better for learning sailing for cruising ASA or US Sailing?
added by Jim Blizard Feb 6 '12 at 15:43
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As it currently stands, this question is not a good fit for our Q&A format. We expect answers to be supported by facts, references, or specific expertise, but this question will likely solicit debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion. – vascowhite Apr 12 at 21:04
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What do I need to do in order to be a programmer out at sea?
added by Ephraim May 8 '12 at 17:12
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Pardon? Didn't understand the question. – jkj Aug 9 '12 at 6:00
@jkj: It is a stackexchange meme. There is explanation of it online somwhere. – theUg Sep 11 '12 at 15:01
you need boating.stackexchange.com – Jake Nov 3 '12 at 7:31
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If you can't use a sail, an engine is forbidden and you are alone so rowing is out of the question, how can I move forward?
added by John Smith Nov 15 '12 at 23:35
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It is quite possible to row alone, so this not a real question. – vascowhite Apr 9 at 21:22
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What is the first step to start to design your own boat?
added by John Smith Nov 15 '12 at 23:38
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How to improvise a third sail temporary?
added by John Smith Nov 15 '12 at 23:43
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Is it safe to tie myself to the boat if the sea is sturly, so I can't go overboard?
added by John Smith Nov 15 '12 at 23:50
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***WARNING***: NEVER TIE YOURSELF WITHOUT KNOWING WHAT YOU ARE DOING, TREMENDOUS TERRIBLE THINGS CAN HAPPEN – John Smith Nov 15 '12 at 23:51
If one removes the warning (as it 'could' be seen as answer), please remove the question to as it can give a very BAD idea. – John Smith Nov 16 '12 at 0:12
Sturly? What does that mean? – vascowhite Apr 9 at 21:21
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How to drift a sailigboat so you can go twice as fast?
added by John Smith Nov 15 '12 at 23:55
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How important is the material choice in building a boat???
added by Heitor Chang Nov 17 '12 at 22:55
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not a precise question, very subjective and end with multiple question marks. – Jonas Stein Apr 28 at 13:52
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What is the best replacement for my Atomic 4 engine?
added by Jim Blizard Feb 6 '12 at 15:41
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As it currently stands, this question is not a good fit for our Q&A format. We expect answers to be supported by facts, references, or specific expertise, but this question will likely solicit debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion. – vascowhite Apr 12 at 21:05

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