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None. They are "halyards" and "lines" such as "sheets", etc. It is an old trick qwuestion used by smart*sses to catch people out.
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Why are yacht ropes called sheets?
No , the sails are called the sheets. Wrong - the sails are called SAILS. The control lines to the sails are sheets.
How many support ropes are on this pulley?
there can be any amount of ropes on a pulley
How many mpg does a seventy ft yacht get?
If you can afford a 70ft yacht, you don't care.
What companies are yacht charters in the Bahamas?
There are many companies that are yacht charters in the Bahamas. Some of these companies include Bahama Bareboat Charters, Nassu Yacht Charter, and Abaco Yacht Charters.
On a yacht wHat is a sheet?
On sailing vessels ropes are called sheets. The rope that is used to control the main sail, for example, is known as the main sheet. Ropes that control the jib sail are known as jib sheets, etc. The expression "three sheets to the wind" to describe someone who is inebriated, comes from the fact that if three of the ropes that control sails were loose and "to the wind" the vessel would be out of control.
Is it Yaught or Yacht?
yacht
How many types of ropes are there on a sailing vessel?
Though many have individual names here are some overall names for ropes;RopesStaysLinesSheetsHalyardsEnds
Who owns the yacht lucky me?
There are too many yachts with this name to list here. The yacht club to which this yacht belongs, or the marina where it is moored will list the name of its owner.
How many syllables is there in the words yacht area and guide?
yacht is 1 area is 3 guide is 1
How many ropes are used in a kimono?
34
How many syllables are there in yacht?
There is 1 syllable.
What are the best tow ropes for pulling tractors?
Olsen Chain's tow ropes are considered by many farmers to be of very high quality. Olsen Chain ropes can be bought from their website along with accessories.
