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Spar vs. mast. What's the difference? | SailNet Community
May 1, 2016 · These include booms and masts, which serve both to deploy sail and resist compressive and bending forces, as well as the bowsprit and spinnaker pole. The mast of a sailing vessel is a tall …
What are I J P E and what do they mean to me? - SailNet Community
Mar 19, 2008 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, maintenance, and more!
Where to sail in central Virginia? - SailNet Community
Apr 27, 2010 · So here I am in Richmond, VA (actually a few miles west, in far western Henrico County), and I'm doing a little Googling for places to sail a small boat (say, a 15 to 19-foot open …
The Basics of Reefing - SailNet Community
Mar 29, 2004 · Reefing before the sails load up beyond their intended wind range is an important part of good seamanship. Simply put, reefing is the art and practice of reducing sail area. Every sailor …
Fractional Rig vs. Mast Head Rig | SailNet Community
Jan 6, 2008 · A fractional rig tends to put proportionally more sail area into the mainsail. Headsails tend to be smaller than on mast-head rigs, so they generally are easier to manage for tacking/jibing.
Sailrite Sewing Machines vs. Others - My Thoughts - SailNet Community
Oct 15, 2021 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, maintenance, and more!
Which sailmaker? - SailNet Community
Sep 9, 2024 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, maintenance, and more!
Thoughts on value of having old jib/genoa recut by sail loft
May 25, 2024 · The sail plan was designed with a very large mainsail with an enormous amount of roach. The hull form is one with a lot of form stability but at the price of high drag.
Sail To The Sun Rally? - SailNet Community
Aug 21, 2024 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, maintenance, and more!