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Sailboat

The activity of controlling and navigating a boat which uses sails as its main means of propulsion.

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Sailboat

Rig
Boat; Sailboat

To put the spars and related equipment in position so the boat is ready for sailing.

Boom vang
Boat; Sailboat

A tackle used to pull the boom down in order to control the shape of the sail and movement of the boom.

Boom bail
Boat; Sailboat

A U-shaped strap wrapped around the lower portion of the boom to which fittings can be attached.

Boom crutch
Boat; Sailboat

A vertical support to hold up the boom when the sails are furled or when hoisting the mainsail in order to keep the boom in position.

Mast rake
Boat; Sailboat

The angle the mast makes from vertical when viewed in profile. A mast set exactly vertical has no rake.

Mast step
Boat; Sailboat

The fitting or receptacle that receives the base of the mast to secure it in position.

Nicopress
Boat; Sailboat

A patented method used to form an eye splice in wire rope by the use of special clamping devices.

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