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What is a lapper sail?
A lapper sail is a head sail (jib) that overlaps the mast.
What is a pole in the middle of a sailboat that holds up the sail called?
Mast
Holds up a sail?
A sail-robber? No, it's a MAST!
What is the sail flag called on a boat?
The sail flag on a boat is commonly referred to as a "burgee." It is a distinctive flag that typically represents a yacht club or sailing organization and is usually flown at the top of the mast. In addition to burgees, boats may also display other flags for various purposes, such as signaling or identification.
Is a flag pole called a staff or a mast?
A flag pole is also called a flag staff. Flags are flown at half-mast when famous people die, but I have never heard of a flag mast. However, the English Oxford dictionary says that a mast can be a flagpole ( as well as a TV antenna)
What days do you fly the flag at half mast?
A flag is flown at half-mast to indicate a death.
What supports the sail on a sailboat?
the mast and some ropes The sail is attached to the mast, which is in turn supported by stays (lines running from the mast fore and aft to the hull) and shrouds (lines running from the mast to the sides of the hull).
What is a sail support called?
A mast.
When the US flag is at half mast should the Papal flag also be at half mast?
The Papal flag should be full staff
What is a lapper?
A lapper sail is a head sail (jib) that overlaps the mast.
How-to rig a windsurf board?
To rig a windsurf board, start by laying the board on a flat surface and attaching the mast base to the board's mast foot. Next, insert the mast into the mast base and attach the boom to the mast, ensuring the boom height is suitable for your sailing position. Then, connect the sail to the mast by inserting the sail's camber or sleeve onto the mast and securing the sail's downhaul and outhaul lines to tension the sail properly. Finally, double-check all connections and adjust the boom angle before heading out on the water.
What is the pole on a ship that holds a sail?
Mast
