Understanding headsail overlap
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Step-by-step instructions are presented for calculating the percent of a headsail and genoa and determining the sail area needed for sail replacement. Using the calculations in choosing a roller-furling headsail is also discussed.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1996
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Handling heavy air
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Sailors who want to master sailing in heavy air need to spend a lot of time practicing in light to moderate air. In handling waves, the crew should work together to get the boat up and over the waves as smoothly as possible.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1999
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Handling the headsail
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Proper headsail handling involves determining the right halyard tension for wind conditions. Techniques for adjusting the jib-lead, tacking and gybing are discussed.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
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