'Sailing downwind' presentation slideshows

Spinnakers

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The Physics of Sailing

The Physics of Sailing. Ashley Conklin. Basic Parts of a Sailboat. Mainsail- catches wind Jib- helps with turning the boat and also catches some wind Mast- holds up sail Boom- keeps mainsail stationary and helps to keep constant sail trim Rudder- provides a way to steer the boat

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Forestay

Topping Lift. Mast. Forestay. Shroud. Boom. Tiller. Winch. Port. Tabernacle. Painter. Boomvang. Starboard. Centerboard. Head. Batten. Telltale. Leach. Luff. Jib. Mainsail. Foot. Clew. Tack. Bow (forward). Stern (aft). Jib Halyard Traveler Jib sheets Mainsail

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