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Sailing & yachting

Sailing & yachting is an recreational activity and competitive sport in which the sailor steers a boat, in competitive sailors compete individually or as part of a crew to race to set start and finish points.

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tidal range

Sports; Sailing & yachting

The difference between a high tide and low tide's water levels.

fix

Sports; Sailing & yachting

To determine a boatís position.

tidal stream

Sports; Sailing & yachting

The flow of water brought about by tides.

flake

Sports; Sailing & yachting

To coil a rope so that it can be unwrapped quickly and easily.

tide tables

Sports; Sailing & yachting

These are charts or tables that show the time of day when the high and low tides will happen and what the water level will be at those times.

flare gun

Sports; Sailing & yachting

A gun that is used to fire flares and is used in emergency situations when a boat needs assistance.

tides

Sports; Sailing & yachting

The rise and fall of the water in the ocean caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun.

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