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Changing the lead for speed

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Sailing closer to the wind will increase a sailboat's speed. This can be done by moving the headsail. Its location off the centerline varies with each boat design. The lead is moved inboard by adjusting the crosshauls, and pulled outboard by adjusting Barberhauls. Other tips are given on changing the lead's position.

Author: Whidden, Tom
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Yachting
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0043-9940
Year: 1996
Aerodynamics

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Shifting gears: windy weather comes in two 'flavors' - smooth and lumpy

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The position and type of sail should depend on the kind of wind that is encountered while sailing. The setting of the sail should also depend on the water conditions. The boat should also be steered based on specific water conditions to achieve a specific boat speed.

Author: Whidden, Tom
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Yachting
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0043-9940
Year: 1997
Research, Column, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats

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