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A retractable keel is a type of keel used in some sailboats that can be raised or lowered, allowing the vessel to adjust its draft depending on the water depth. This feature enables the boat to navigate shallow waters and facilitates easier storage and transport. When lowered, the keel provides stability and improved sailing performance, while raising it reduces drag and allows for beaching or entering shallow areas.
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What is the difference between a centerboard sailboat and a keel sailboat?
A centerboard is retractable, the keel is not. A centerboard is lighter than a keel. Please see the related link below:
What is the difference between a centerboard sail boat and a keel sail boat?
A centerboard is lighter, therefore not as strong. The centerboard is retractable, the keel is not. Please see the related link below:
How the retractable keel works?
I've only had experience with one, but here goes: They are hinged on the side of the top & have a cable attached the bottom of the keel. In the cockpit, there is a windlass which is wound & locked in place. This facilitates pulling up the keel all the way for running with the wind or leaving it only halfway down for reaching across the wind. Remember this: No keel, no steering!
Does a cat have retractable paws?
No, a cat does not have retractable paws it has retractable claws
What is the birth name of Edurne Keel?
Edurne Keel's birth name is Edurne Echeverra Keel.
What is the birth name of Howard Keel?
Howard Keel's birth name is Harold Clifford Keel.
What is the birth name of Kirstine Keel?
Kirstine Keel's birth name is Kirstine Elizabeth Keel.
What is the birth name of Leslie Keel?
Leslie Keel's birth name is Leslie Grace Keel.
What has the author Anna Keel written?
Anna Keel has written: 'I personaggi di Anna Keel'
A sentence with the word retractable in it?
This car has a retractable antenna.
Does the Pepsi Center have a retractable roof?
No, it does not have a retractable roof.
What is the birth name of Ron Keel?
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