The wind in the Western Peloponnisos during the summer months is predominately from the NW. It gets up around noon and dies down in the evening. As you progress further south the wind is more from the W - SW. The winter months from October to April sees winds predominately from the SE.The coast of the Western Peloponnisos is in the most part high, rugged mountains, still often snow capped in the spring. The two principal ranges, Taiyetos and Parnon, run south ending at the capes of Matapan and Malea respectively.Peloponnisos was originally an island but great geological upheavals united with the mainland. A later retreat by the sea formed the Isthmus of Corinth which in turn was cut in the 19th century to make the Corinth canal and made Peloponnisos an island again.Katakolon. Go bow or stern to the quay either side of the central quay or alongside the .. more»

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Nothing beats feeling the wind on your face as you are sailing across the waters of your favorite lake. You are free, just you and the lake, leaving all your worries and troubles behind while you glide across the waves!Do you enjoy sailing on the lakes? Do you live in Chicago or visit once in a while and would like to rent a boat while you are here? If you are looking for a way to spend some free time out on the water, then here are some ideas on how to rent sail boats Chicago!* Sail Chicago Here is a unique opportunity to maximize your time pursuing your favorite hobby. Sail Chicago offers a program that will allow you to contribute service time in trade for rental of a boat. For just 20 hours of service time per year, you are free to sail as often as you like. .. more»

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