Sailboats On The Same Tack
The Rule: 12 a(ii) when both have the wind on the same side, the vessel which is to windward shall keep out of the way of the vessel which is to leeward. #sailing #sailingschool #sailinglife #sailboat #sailor
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For an International Sailing License and Credentials (SLC), being master of the vessel means you are the person in absolute charge, acting as the captain, and holding full legal responsibility for the safety of the boat and all passengers on board. #sailingschool #sailingvacation #bareboatcharter #sailing #sailinglife
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High vs. Low Aspect Ratio of a Sailboat Keel
High Aspect Ratio: Tall and narrow (deep fin keels on modern racing boats). They create less induced drag and point higher into the wind efficiently, but require more draft and exert higher leverage loads on the hull.
Low Aspect Ratio: Short and long (full keels on traditional cruising boats). They offer great directional stability and shallow draft options, but produce more drag and slip more sideways (leeway) under sail. #sailing #sailingschool #sailboat #sailor