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Boom vang or vang
| Глоссарий морских терминов (рангоут, такелаж, устройство судна) |
A sail control that lets one apply downward tension on a boom, countering the upward tension provided by the sail. the boom vang adds an element of control to sail shape when the sheet is let out enough that it no longer pulls the boom down. boom vang tension helps control leech twist, a primary component of sail power.
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Watersail, английский
A sail hung below the boom on gaff rig boats for extra downwind performance when racing.
Preventer (gybe preventer, jibe preventer), английский
A sail control line originating at some point on the boom leading to a fixed point on the boat`s deck or rail (usually a cleat or pad eye) used to prevent or moderate the effects of an accidental jibe.
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