|
A sailboat or sailing boat is a boat propelled partly or entirely by sails. The term covers a variety of boats, larger than small vessels such as sailboards and smaller than sailing ships, but distinctions in size are not strictly defined and what constitutes a sailing ship, sailboat, or a smaller vessel (such as a sailboard) varies by region and culture. TypesFurther information: List of sailing boat typesAt present, a great number of sailboat-types may be distinguished. Apart from size, sailboats may be distinguished by a hull configuration (monohull, catamaran, trimaran), keel type (full, fin, wing, centerboard etc.), purpose (sport, racing, cruising), number and configuration of masts, and sail plan. Although sailboat terminology has varied across history, many terms now have specific meanings in the context of modern yachting. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License  marijn.org 640px x 480px | 203.60kB [source page] > > 15337 Sailboat in the sun  geography.berkeley.edu:16080 502px x 750px | 137.00kB [source page] Looking down on a sailboat from the Golden Gate Bridge From Yahoo Image Search: "Sailboat"  westseattleblog.com WSB hu, 15 Oct 2009 23:58:20 GM Followup: . Sailboat. freed from rocky West Seattle shore.  drugs-review.com DrugsNews hu, 14 Jan 2010 22:54:03 GM Authorities find 740 pounds of cocaine on . sailboat. Two men have been arrested on drug trafficking charges after federal authorities reportedly found about 740 pounds of cocaine on at 32-foot . sailboat. . Read more about Authorities find ...  convertiblbattericl.blogspot.com Bridgette Hole Mon, 14 Dec 2009 08:56:00 GM People are restoring an old . sailboat. in a storm approach. Nobody wants to stop working, take things and they put in the ballroom of the hotel. The effect can be so shocking Oh my God can not do it in the dining room. ... From Google Blog Search: "Sailboat"  news.google.com Toronto Star "The sun crept up behind me and slowly illuminated the island of Moorea off in the distance as a sailboat skittered through the blue-green waters. ... news.google.com Passport Magazine A single tiny sailboat passed us, working its way home, and we were at sea and we were in heaven, any initial concerns melting away. As we explored further, ... news.google.com The Bay City Times - MLive.com ... elements that are prominent to the downtown-area the Delta College Planetarium, the clock tower, a draw bridge, a sailboat and skyline of buildings. ... and more » From Google News Search: "Sailboat" What type of sailboat is best for blue water sailing? Q. I am interested in learning to sail, and would like to go ocean sailing. I would like to know what type of sailboat is the best type for ocean sailing. Asked by Charlie - Tue Aug 4 08:59:35 2009 - - 1 Answers - 1 Comments A. I personally would go with an Oyster. They are not made until you order it. Customized to meet your specific sailing needs. They are excellent blue water sailing yachts. They range in size from 46' to 125'. Go to www.oystermarine.com Answered by jdaugherty3 - Wed Aug 5 21:17:38 2009 What is the biggest sailboat 2 people can sail? Q. If you only have two people with average sailing experience how can you determine what the biggest sailboat you could sail is? I'm not looking for a exact # but a general idea. I know 15-20 foot two people could sail but what about 50 -75 ft? Asked by djadambomb8080 - Thu Aug 13 17:36:08 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. Sailboats can be rigged to single hand at 75 feet. It's been done. What you ought to be asking yourself is what can you...personally handle. Some people are incompetent with a 620. Some master a ketch right off the bat without even seeing a 620. Hmmm...13 feet versus 35 feet minimum. Take a look around you next time you're on a highway. What's the biggest car or truck that you feel the driver is competent driving? Some are idiots..some are smart for the size of the vehicle they are running. What's so different? Answered by scubabob - Sat Aug 15 23:39:50 2009 What to charge for a homemade model sailboat?
Q. I made a model sailboat at a summer camp about 20 years ago and want to get rid of it now. I'm moving soon and want to start downsizing on "stuff." Anyway, it's in good shape, about 20" high, all the pieces still function, it has a stand for display, but also still "sails" on water, etc. I know it's hard to determine without seeing a picture, but I figure I'd ask here anyways... Anybody have an idea if it's worth anything? Regards. Asked by Ursus - Sun Sep 9 00:55:26 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. I've never sold or bought a model sailboat, but I would *guess* that what it's worth might depend partly on the quality of materials and the shape it's in (which you said is good). Maybe you could do a little research, ie look around on eBay, to see what other sailboats are going for. You might even be able to do a google search and come up with something helpful. If I were you I'd do my best to find a price range and then price it somewhere in the middle. :) Good luck! Answered by Iris - Sun Sep 9 01:05:39 2007 From Yahoo Answer Search: "Sailboat" |
