Parts of a sailboat

When you first get into sailing, there are a lot of sailboat parts to learn. Scouting for a good guide to all the parts, I couldn't find any, so I wrote one myself.

These are the parts of a 420 sailboat, which high school sailing teams use. These are two man sailboats. One person called the Crew, operates the sail in the front and the centerboard. The person in...

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rud·der ˈrədər/Submit noun a flat piece, usually of wood, metal, or plastic, hinged vertically near the stern of a boat or ship for steering.

For centuries, the sea has captured the spirits of sailors and adventurers all over the world. In his poem "Sea Fever", John Masefield claimed that all he needed was "a tall ship and a star to steer her by" to feel complete. Breaking into...

Learning to sail can be overwhelming because of the nomenclature. Start slowly and add to them as you increase your sailing understanding.

Going far from shore? Know the parts of a ship before you set sail. This blog post will help the certified landlubber understand important terminology, like port is the left and starboard is the right.

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