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Cutter
Definition of a Cutter A cutter is a fast sailing yacht whose manoeuvrability is greatly enhanced by a divided sail plan. Its single mast is typically rigged with a gaff mainsail (gaff cutter),...
Sailboat Rigging: Principles and Best Practice
Although rigging systems on modern sailing yachts are engineered with highly optimised masts, sail plans and components to meet the expectations of the most demanding users, precise adjustment...
What Is a Foil?
The Origins of the Foil The concept of the foil dates back to the 19th century. As early as 1861 in Great Britain, Thomas Moy fitted three horizontal foils beneath a small boat. Towed by a horse...
Learning to Sail in Seven Steps
Learning to Sail in Seven Steps Sailing can be explained—in simplified terms—in two principal ways: Downwind sailing: sailing on a following wind, where the yacht is naturally driven forward by the...
Sailing Yacht Autopilot
The primary purpose of an autopilot is to assist the helmsman by automatically maintaining the desired course, allowing them to focus on other essential onboard tasks. Autopilot: Definition A...