Nautical
Terms
Rigging Instructions Cont.
32.
Pop Top –
When erecting the
Pop-Top, lift the aft end first, slide
the stoppers into position (Fig. 28),
then lift the forward end and lock
with stoppers.
When lowering, reverse the
procedure (i.e. forward end down
first) and keep fingers clear. Always
secure the pop top down when
sailing.
Abeam:
Aft:
Beam:
Bilge:
Bow:
Clew (of sail)
Gunwale:
H a t c h :
Head:
Head (of sail)
Helm:
Keel:
Lee:
Port:
Starboard:
Stern:
Transom:
Tack (of sail)
90 degrees from dead ahead on either side.
At the rear or nearest the stern
The width of the hull
The lowest portion inside a boat
The forward section of the boat
After corner
Where side of hull and deck meet
Opening for access, such as forward hatch
Toilet or toilet room
Top of sail
Tiller or steering wheel
The lowest external portion of the boat
Side away from wind To the left or
left side of the boat
(when facing forward)
To the right or right side of the boat
(when facing forward)
To the rear of the boat
The vertical part of the stern
Forward Corner
Useful references:-
Sailing
for beginners - Jeff Toghill
Coastal Cruising Handbook - Royal Akarana Yacht
Club NZYF Handbook
NZ Sea Spray Annual (launching ramps etc.)
IYRU Rule Book
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