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Old 01-31-2003, 12:34 PM   #4
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the waves are usually going in the same direction as the wind, and if you know the area, you'll know where the sun comes up, that will be east and your on your way.

I believe white caps begin forming at 15kts, so you can have an idea of the wind speed too.
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