Chasing
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Paul Larsen's zeal to become the fastest man on the water aboard a wind-powered craft and his path to attain the same amidst technical difficulties are described. Speed sailors are an eclectic and diverse bunch comprising professional windsurfers, kite boarders, hydrofoil and fixed-wing mast enthusiasts.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2005
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String theory
Article Abstract:
The areas in which the racing sailors are trying to achieve advancement includes increase in speed, rely on paneled sails, structure and its offshore performance. The sail designers analyze loads and compensate to maximize a sail's performance and prevent them from stretch.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2004
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Tough choices
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Several different guidelines by experts while choosing a cruise headsail considering the way fibers and fabrics interrelate are presented. Difference between woven and laminated fabric, cross-cut and radial sail and radials and laminated sails are presented.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2005
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