11 February 2019

Or Is It Mizzen?

The triangular sail on the front of my cutter is a jib.

Are the two square sails in front of the mast the mainsails or is that the gaff sail behind?

I think my gaff is actually a spanker.

The terminology is confusing and contradictory.
Posted by Angus McThag at 17:10
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2 comments:

  1. VanAmBrew11 February, 2019 18:05

    So long as they crew knows which one you're talking about that's all that has mattered to me.

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    1. Angus McThag11 February, 2019 19:32

      Men! Do that thing! And the other thing! And that over there!

      Aye Cap'n!

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