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What is theory of jibs after slot theory debunked?
Dec 18, 2024 · Was reading the old book Sail Power with great discussion of wind and sail mechanics. Then I read that the whole slot theory of jib lowering pressure on the backside of …
Which sailmaker? - SailNet Community
Sep 9, 2024 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, …
What are I J P E and what do they mean to me? - SailNet Community
Mar 19, 2008 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, …
Where to sail in central Virginia? - SailNet Community
Apr 27, 2010 · So here I am in Richmond, VA (actually a few miles west, in far western Henrico County), and I'm doing a little Googling for places to sail a small boat (say, a 15 to 19-foot …
Cruising with a Wife - Success! | SailNet Community
Nov 15, 2025 · I'll echo most of the comments above, and add that sailing is a small part of cruising - my wife does not love the actual sailing part of sailing, but loves being places, …
Sail To The Sun Rally? - SailNet Community
Aug 21, 2024 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, …
Spar vs. mast. What's the difference? | SailNet Community
Apr 30, 2016 · These include booms and masts, which serve both to deploy sail and resist compressive and bending forces, as well as the bowsprit and spinnaker pole. The mast of a …
Galilee 15 - SailNet Community
May 25, 2002 · I am currently learning to sail on a Galilee 15, and was wondering if anyone else out there sails one. It''s an older boat, made by Galilee Boatworks in Maryland (went out of …
Sailrite Sewing Machines vs. Others - My Thoughts - SailNet …
Oct 15, 2021 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, …