Lift - ANSWER -When the wind direction shifts from fhe bow towards the stern
-allows you to figuratively sail higher upwind
Header - ANSWER -when the wind shifts towards the bow
-causes you to figuratively sail less upwind, should tack
Veering/clocking wind - ANSWER Wind that consistently s...
Lift - ANSWER -When the wind direction shifts from fhe bow towards the stern
-allows you to figuratively sail higher upwind
Header - ANSWER -when the wind shifts towards the bow
-causes you to figuratively sail less upwind, should tack
Veering/clocking wind - ANSWER Wind that consistently shifts in a clockwise direction
Backing - ANSWER Wind that consistently shifts in a counterclockwise direction
True wind - ANSWER Wind reading from a stationary point
Apparent wind - ANSWER -wind reading when In motion, always sailing in this
Cumulus clouds - ANSWER -Large, white, and fluffy
-indicator of good weather
Cirrus clouds - ANSWER -wispy, thin
-usually mean good weather for the day, may indicate that a change in weather is coming
Cumulonimbus clouds - ANSWER -towering, a little dark with more concrete edges than cumulus clouds
-usually accompanied by severe conditions, including heavy rain and lightning
Stratus clouds - ANSWER -low layered
-usually bring steady rain
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