A new look at sail-shape analysis
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Digital technology enables the max-camber point to be located and accurate measurements to be defined to maintain the optimum draft and camber in a sail, which is important for both safety and performance.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2000
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Get the most from your vang
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Issues are presented concerning the advantages which can be gained in the control of the mainsail through the use of a vang system. The difference between nonrigid and rigid vang systems is discussed.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2000
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The oceanic funeral of Don Pedro
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Memories of making and using a self-steering device for a boat are presented. This device called Don Pedro is described and its use and eventual demise are described.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2001
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