I would be interested in seeing it.
BUT - any sailing app that refers to "right of way" is off on the wrong foot.
BUT - any sailing app that refers to "right of way" is off on the wrong foot.
The app is for Android and iOS smartphones and tablets, and there is also a PC (Win/OSX) version out. You can find the specific shop link on my website - MarianFrische.com / Sailknowledge CompactContaining all important information like terminology, tacks, basic maneuvers, right of way rules and information about knots, it is the perfect way to aid learning, improving and remembering crucial details and necessary steps.
Currently the app features three basic guides that will help you remember the sailing terminology like port and starboard, leeward and windward and the different points of sail. It also features four different basic maneuvers that every sailor should know - docking, jibing, tacking and the man overboard rescue turn. Furthermore it will also guide you through the right of way rules with different examples for each rule. Last but not least the app also explains five different knots, how to tie them and where they are commonly used.
I think COLREGS is appropriate. If you're going to sail, it's your guiding light so to speak. Consider it another term they need to learn. At this level almost every term is obscure. If education is the point of the app, teaching them that COLREGS exists and should be something everyone should know should be part of the learning process. I'm not saying include the entire text, but a short explanation would be good.Wow, thank you for that extensive answer!
I will try to change the section names and explanations for the next update, I just have to find a solution for the title,"International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea" is too long and I think "Colregs" is too misleading/obscure for newcomers.
Try Collision Regulations. Or the slang term "Rules of the Road."Wow, thank you for that extensive answer!
I will try to change the section names and explanations for the next update, I just have to find a solution for the title,"International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea" is too long and I think "Colregs" is too misleading/obscure for newcomers.
I have an Android phone, win 7 desktop and a win8.1 tablet.Hello!
I'm glad to send you a promo version of the app!
Can you tell me which platform you are using (iOS/Android/Windows/OSX)?
Also, what is wrong with "right of way"? I know that it has a different meaning in German, but I could not find a better translation. Most sites I found also referred to "right of way" rules.