Question 1

In a running fix, the first position line is transferred along…

Accepted Answer

The course and distance made good over the ground — tide applied — Every point you might have occupied moves with the boat OVER THE GROUND. Transfer by water track alone and the tide quietly relocates your “fix”.

Question 2

A running fix should be treated as…

Accepted Answer

A good estimate: every error in the run moves the transferred line with it — Log, steering and stream errors all transfer with the line. Use a decent bearing change (~30°+), then re-fix properly when something else becomes visible.

The running fix

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