Sailing & yachting

Sailing & yachting

Sailing & yachting is an recreational activity and competitive sport in which the sailor steers a boat, in competitive sailors compete individually or as part of a crew to race to set start and finish points.

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Sailing & yachting

bilge pump

Sports; Sailing & yachting

This can be a mechanical, electrical, or manually operated pump. It is used to take water out of the bilge.

pay out

Sports; Sailing & yachting

This means to release a rope or line in a controlled, usually relatively slow, manner.

binnacle

Sports; Sailing & yachting

A compass stand.

peak

Sports; Sailing & yachting

This refers to the top aft corner of a four sided sail.

block

Sports; Sailing & yachting

A wooden or metal case that has wheels where ropes are then run through.

pier

Sports; Sailing & yachting

A structure that goes from shore out into the water where boats or ships can tie up. They can be made of either wood or concrete, but concrete is usually used since it will last longer and be easier ...