General boating

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bridge

Boat; General boating

A structure above the weather deck, extending the full width of the vessel, which houses a command centre, itself called by association, the bridge.

cross trees

Boat; General boating

A strong cross piece that allows to spread the top mast stays allowing for taller masts, larger top sails. Allows to extend the height of the ships mast.

sampson post

Boat; General boating

A strong vertical post used to support a ship's windlass and the heel of a ship's bowsprit.

batten

Boat; General boating

A stiff strip used to support the roach of a sail, enabling increased sail area.

bonnet

Boat; General boating

A strip of canvas secured to the foot of the course (square sail) to increase sail area in light airs.

bobstay

Boat; General boating

A stay which holds the bowsprit downwards, counteracting the effect of the forestay. Usually made of wire or chain to eliminate stretch.

rudder

Boat; General boating

A steering device which can be placed aft, externally relative to the keel or compounded into the keel either independently or as part of the bulb/centerboard.