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Old 05-29-2008
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Originally Posted by ccriders View Post
I've never sailed in the ocean or gulf, only bays and rivers. So how do I interpret the weather report that says seas 4 to 5 feet, six second period? I understand how to measure wave heights and periods, but what combination is comfortable for a 28 foot sailboat? And what is dangerous?
John

Take little steps.
Note the reported conditions and then go out there and see what they feel like. If you don't like how it feels then duck right back in.

Or reef a little deeper and try it again.
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