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Sailing Isn't Just a Sport
Sailing Isn't Just a Sport by Dave Westin
It doesn't matter where you are in the world, sailing is a great sport and
past time. All you need is some water and you are set to enjoy a part of
maritime history. Sailboats come in all shapes and sizes to appeal to almost
anyone nowadays. Recreational sailboats vary the most in size and shape. There
is everything from a 5 foot wooden Pram to huge yatchs that span over 100 feet
in length. Smaller boats are designed for more economical reasons. The small
price tag and the agile steering make them great for learning on. Bumping and
obsticle will do minimal damage to small boats because the are so light. They
are also more appropriate for small lakes and rivers. When boats exceed about 20
feet, they begin to take the shape of the typical single hull sailboat. There is
the rudder wheel located near the stern and a cabin that starts halfway and up
towards the bow. The deck is where you access all the ropes and winches to
control the sails. Most every boat has an alternate form of power in the form of
an engine with a propeller. Wind power is not good for every situation and it is
not always plentiful. Racing sailboats also vary in size and shape, but the
biggest sailboat race in the world sets the standard for the type of boat. Yatch
racing is the most popular and most repected. They are fairly large boats at 44
feet with a single hull. The race is held every four years and the challengers
are fighting to win the cup from the victor of the previous race. Other popular
styles of boats to race are Cataraman sailboats that have two hulls with a deck
spanning the gap between them. Sailing is a tough sport because there is strict
strategy that must be carried out through so many differnt controls. Teams
practice together for years just to learn how to work around eachother. If you
ask me, I'll just go cruising.
About the Author
Dave is a sailing enthusiest that has spent most of his life out on the water. Read more great information at http://go-sailingsite.info
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