There are many, many more parts to a sailboat. Here are some of the basics.
Mainsail |
The main or back sail. |
Jib |
The front sail, also called the headsail. |
Main Halyard |
Lines (ropes) used to raise and lower the mainsail. |
Battens |
Plastic or wooden slats inserted in the mainsail to help stabilize it. |
Boom |
A long spar extending from the mast to hold and extend the foot of a sail. |
Mainsheet |
Attaches the lower back corner of the mainsail to the boom. The sheets are used to hold the sails in position under the force of the wind. |
Tiller |
Moves the rudder to steer. |
Stern |
Rear. |
Rudder |
Directs the vessel. |
Main body. |
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Centerboard |
Stabilizes the boat and keeps it from sliding sideways. |
Bow |
Front. |
Jibsheet |
Attach the lower back corner of the jib to the boom. |
Jibstay |
A heavy line or cable used to support the jib. |
Jib Halyard |
Lines (ropes) used to raise and lower the jib. |
Mast |
The main and highest spar in the center of the boat to which the jib and mainsail are attached. |
Sailboats used specifically
for racing are not insured by American Modern. Up to six local sailing
regattas are permitted.
