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A sailor dressed in 'square rig' with square collar. Formerly with a tarred pigtail.
Industry:Boat
A sail control that lets one apply downward tension on a boom, countering the upward tension provided by the sail. The boom vang adds an element of control to sail shape when the sheet is let out enough that it no longer pulls the boom down. Boom vang tension helps control leech twist, a primary component of sail power.
Industry:Boat
A rope used to control the setting of a sail in relation to the direction of the wind.
Industry:Boat
A sail control line originating at some point on the boom leading to a fixed point on the boat's deck or rail (usually a cleat or pad eye) used to prevent or moderate the effects of an accidental jibe.
Industry:Boat
A rope loop, usually at the corners of a sail, for fixing the sail to a spar. They are often reinforced with a metal eye.
Industry:Boat
A raised crossmember that supports a boom when the sail is lowered (obviates the need for a topping lift) .
Industry:Boat
