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Subject: Re: Racing Watches?
From: Rodney Myrvaagnes (rodneym@XXX.XXX)
Date: Mon Aug 26 2002 - 15:06:18 EDT
Be careful about class rules when choosing equipment that mounts on the
boat. Some classes (J24 comes to mind) don't allow any fixed
electronics, or at least didn't the last time I raced in that class.
If they are permitted, mast head wind instruments are much better than
handheld. A KVH Sailcomp compass has a starting countdown timer that is
quite handy IMHO.
On Sun, 25 Aug 2002 21:12:32 -0700, Cynthia Beck wrote:
>hi,
>i'm a new racer, and am getting outfitted with the proper gear for racing.
>i am interested in hearing any recommendations for watches, and compasses.
>i'm just starting to look, and am unfamiliar with the options. i see that
>sunco (?) has some with compass as well as stopwatch features. and, i've
>seen the ones that only do countdown, with a big faceplate. some have both
>digital and analog. some actually count down out loud. also, what about
>devices to get wind speed? any recommendations that would get me outfitted
>would be greatly appreciated.
>thanks!
>cb
Rodney Myrvaagnes NYC J36 Gjo/a
"Never eat more in a single day than your head weighs." --Jim Harrison
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