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Old 22-12-2011, 22:33   #8
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re: Differences Between Ground, Apparent, and True Wind Direction
Ground (speed) is all about boat speed relative to ground (sea floor) nothing to do with the wind..
True wind is wind relative to ground.
And apparent wind is relative to boat.
All headings true north.
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