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	Waverider 550

Navigation

GEMINI recommends that coastal navigation be considered an acquired skill. After fitting any compass to your GEMINI commander console, the compass should be checked for inherent ‘Deviation’ and a correction card placed next to the compass. Ask your GEMINI dealer about deviation and any appropriate navigation courses. Skippers should not rely on GPS readings alone. Although GPS systems can be very accurate, they are also subject to user error. Always carry official marine charts and observe traditional dead reckoning (DR) by recording departure times and heading/course data, in addition to GPS navigation data. Always study tidal prediction charts to ensure safe passage in shallow waters. Navigation on an open boat requires consideration as to the layout of the console space, windscreen protection to instruments and charts when underway. Check with GEMINI for access to our knowledge base on Commander console layout options for navigation.




	Waverider 850

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