Before plunging into the deep ocean, a sailing enthusiast must have basic sailing with coastal cruising experience. This helps a person to learn his limits as well as his boat. By learning coastal cruising you will also be able to have an insight knowledge about tidal currents and tables. The sailors while learning basic sailing and coastal cruising combined will also have to keep in the mind that in many areas professional sailors do not have any right of way now. This is the reason why they will learn how to read the signals and lights of the ships instead of expecting a large ship to change their course. Coastal cruising sharpens the navigational skills of a trainee sailor. It will let you know the use and benefits of using marine equipment and instruments. Cruising will also make your partners or other persons who are traveling with you realize that it is not just pleasurable to enjoy in the sea but it is also healthy for the mind and soothing for the soul. It has become one of t
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