[quote=av8erdunn][quote=Wolfman]Yes, it shows the sum of the true wind plus the wind created by your velocity. This is called apparent wind. So even though you may be on a reach (wind to your back) if you are going the same speed as the wind the wind indicator will point at a 45 degree angle to the rear of the boat.
The direction of the apparent wind actually helps you determine how to position your traveler and trim the sails. It is a more important indicator than true wind in most cases. i.e. your sails actually react to the apparent wind direction, not the true wind. This is one reason why you can sail faster than the actual wind speed.edited by: Wolfman, Aug 27, 2010 - 04:24 PM [/quote]
Ok that makes a little more sense to me now. I guess I need to just buy one and use it to understand it more.
Thanks :-D [/quote]
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