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1. The phrase “feeling blue” originated at sea. When a ship lost its captain during a voyage, the sailors would sail blue flags, indicating their loss. Today, when you say you feel blue, you are feeling sad. 2. Sailing has been part of the Olympics since 1896. Except for the 1904 Summer Games, sailing has been included in all modern Olympic games. That makes it one of the longest running Olympic disciplines around. 3. Sailing around the world westward is more difficult than eastward. Most world-record contenders choose to sail eastward due to the stronger and more predictable winds and currents that push eastward in the Southern Hemisphere. 4. “He’s a loose cannon” is another phrase with sailing roots. The cannons on a ship could weigh up to 3,400 pounds. Just as a loose cannon could cause damage on ship, a person referred to as such may also create unwelcome situations. 5. The world-record sailing speed is 65.45 knots (121km/h). As of November 2012, the fastest sailing speed on record is held by Australian Paul Larsen. His specially designed Sailrocket 2 has an unconventional design meant for high-speed sailing.

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Your sails will let you know if there is incorrect tension, as long as you know what to look out for. Learn to sail tutorials available to view at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX3r4tVOxSfwLIBRJrX1iqw Full video: https://youtu.be/x6XOKA_DkOw

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Aliens do live among us! The #PeacockMantisShrimp, in spite of its name, belongs to a different class of organisms called #stomatopods and is neither a true mantis nor a #shrimp. They are common in Southeast Asia and Australia as well as the warm coastal waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. The vibrant appearance of #MantisShrimps is what draws in prey, and they are well-recognized for their remarkable hunting skills. Their unique limbs are referred to as "raptorial claws" or "smashers." These claws have a tremendous amount of strength and can strike with remarkable force and speed. They are indeed thought to be among the fastest and most potent striking appendages in the animal kingdom. Come find this mesmerising #SeaCreature in #RajaAmpat with us. Reserve your spot now! 🔗 Click the link below! 🌐 https://linktr.ee/lagaligo_liveaboard ✉️ info@LaGaligoLiveaboard.com 💬 +62 812 2000 2025 (WhatsApp) 🌐 www.LaGaligoLiveaboard.com 🌐 Trip.LaGaligoLiveaboard.com (Schedule & Rates) ~~~~ #ScubaDiving #Liveaboard #DiveTrips #liveaboardlife #MarineBiodiversity #seacritters #UWPMacro

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