Propellers: fixed, feathering, or folding?
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Both folding propellers and feathered propellers are designed to reduce the drag caused by a fixed propeller. The type of propeller that is best for a sailboat depends on underbody type and boat size.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
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Shake, rattle, and roll
Article Abstract:
Innovations in deck gear for sailboats since the 1970s include the introduction of ball bearings in blocks and other fittings, aluminum winches with self-tailing mechanisms and improved rope stoppers.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1995
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A new approach: the maxi-roach
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Replacing hollow-leech mainsails with full-batten, slightly roached sails can increase sail area by 10% and improve speed. The change also decreases heel and reduces weather helm.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
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