WHAT KIND OF SAILOR ARE YOU
a just for fun quiz about the type of sailor you are most suited to be
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Quiz Questions
1.
You have the chance for a 2 week sailing holiday, your choice is...
A.
Cruising Greek islands
B.
UK to the Canaries
C.
An educational learning trip on the west coast of the UK
2.
The forecast is for a Force 6, do you...
A.
Get the reefs ready, no strong wind will get in the way of your sailing day
B.
Take a storm bound day and explore ashore
C.
Rig the storm sails and practice your heavy weather sailing, force 6 is manageable
3.
The skipper asks for you input on the watch system...
A.
You choose the 4 on 4 off system, lets just get it done
B.
A rolling system works well and allows you to spend time with other crew and share experiences
C.
Whatever system gives you the most time off so you stay as rested as possible
4.
What is your dream boat?
A.
An ex round the world racer capable of eating up the miles
B.
A large comfortable cruiser with bathing platform, a drinks fridge and comfortable furnishings
C.
A hands on 36' yacht, perfect for improving your sailing skills
5.
Something you always take with you on sailing trips is...
A.
Gin, I love to sit out on deck at the end of the day
B.
My notebook, I like to record notes from my sailing days
C.
Passport, who knows what boat I will end up on next
6.
Engines are for...
A.
Getting to the pub quicker
B.
Getting in and out of marinas
C.
A mode of power to keep things moving when there is no wind
7.
Your spinnaker choice would be..
A.
Traditional, poled out symmetrical
B.
Cruising chute in a sock
C.
A combination of roller furled code 0's and asymmetrics ready to make the most of all wind conditions
8.
Sailing the Scottish Islands you want to visit...
A.
The distilleries
B.
The tidal gates, so much navigational practice
C.
St Kilda, what an epic
9.
The Day Skipper certificate is to you...
A.
Too much theory, I just want to sail
B.
The ability to charter a yacht and enjoy my own sailing
C.
A week of great skills practice setting and the next step in your sailing learning
10.
Your favourite position on a boat is....
A.
Helming, it's fun and easy right?
B.
Navigating, there is so much to be involved with
C.
Foredeck, that's where the real sailors are
11.
In the galley you like to cook...
A.
I'd rather go ashore for a meal
B.
Try new recipes and bake bread and cakes
C.
Freeze dried meals and cup a soups, time to get back on deck
12.
In the winter I like to...
A.
Do all the maintenance I can, it is all fascinating
B.
Stay away from the boat, its a summer activity
C.
Play online sailing games
13.
Your favourite piece of sailing gear is your...
A.
Boots, you never take them off
B.
Your knife, it's a must on board
C.
The almanac, it has so much information
14.
Night sailing is...
A.
Not for me
B.
A way to sail longer distances
C.
A great skill tester
Quiz Outcomes
1.
Your are a LEARNER
ALWASY LOOKING TO IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS
2.
You are a CRUISER
YOU SEEK OUT COMFORTABLE SAILING OPTIONS AND TIME ASHORE
3.
You just want to SAIL SAIL SAIL
NO AMOUNT OF SAILING PHASES YOU AND YOU WANT TO EAT UP THE MILES AND JUST GET ON WITH SAILING