Activity for Didi Kohen‭

Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Question	—	Sailing with an infant My wife and I are thinking about sailing with our 6 month old baby boy. We understand this is not something to take lightly, and we're planning either a canal/river sail or a sail in a very calm sea (considering my seasickness question). I wonder if there are locations you think are better for sail... (more)	—	almost 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Advantages to hammock camping on multi-night trips Not a hammock camper myself, but I can think of a few: More ventilated in the summer. Lighter to carry - you don't need something to pad the place you're sleeping on and you don't need the same level of rigidness that a tent offers. Usually more environmentally friendly - since they are smaller tha... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Bowline knot, end at the inside or outside? In Hebrew, the bowline knot is translated as a rescue knot, so I assume the reason it is used is the fact that the chances of it untying unintentionally is low. When having the knot end on the inside, the end of the knot needs to move despite the added friction from the object or person the end of... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Question	—	How to minimize sea sickness? I love sailing, and my wife loves the ocean, but she gets sea-sick often. Any advice on how to avoid sea-sickness in people prone to it? I'm looking for advice in terms of foods that are less of an issue to digest, where to sit in the boat, boat types that rock less, etc... Drugs are not an option... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Question	—	Are there any sailboating rules in additional to COLREGS? I had a sailing test a few weeks ago and in it I was presented with the B flag and was asked what it means and what would be the applicable light at night. I know the answer is "carrying dangerous substances and the light is an all-round red light" but I can't find where this is defined to make sure... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Things to consider when choosing a sailing club Variety and number of boats. Added price for fuel/weekends. Level of upkeep (how to check that?) Members to boats ratio, to know how easy it is to find an available boat. Special rules/limits (of people on the boats, maximum rentals per month, night rentals, etc...). Club activities. Membership can... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Question	—	Things to consider when choosing a sailing club Apart from the obvious like price and location(s) what should I look for when choosing a sailing club? Some of the things are difficult to assess, tips on assessment are welcome. I want this question to be the base of a comprehensive list of items to look for when choosing a sailing club. To be c... (more)	—	over 11 years ago