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17.06.2021 22:57:26
The lines that are used when you are tying up to a jetty or pontoon are often called ‘docklines’ or ‘warps’
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The lines that are used when you are tying up to a jetty or pontoon are often called ‘docklines’ or ‘warps’
This refers to all the moveable lines that are used to pull up and adjust the sails. The rope that runs up the mast to pull up the mainsail is called the halyard and to bring the sail down the line is called the downhaul. more
Rope is generally the term used for the raw material used to make the ‘lines’ that we use on board a sailing yacht. For rope terminology wherever a rope has a purpose or use, it is called a ‘line’ and every single line that has a job to do will have it’s own name! more
The Standing rigging refers to all the lines that support the stationary objects on a sailing yacht, such as the mast. These are generally steel cables and are called either ‘shrouds’ or ‘stays’. here
For example, the line (cable) that runs from the mast to the bow of the boat is called the ‘forestay’, for lines that run to the stern of the boat are often called ‘backstays’.
If you have just had your first outing on a sailing yacht and are bemused by some of the names that all the different ropes are called, here is a quick explanation as to why rope is not just called rope! Our sailing courses in the UK are an ideal opportunity to find out about yachting terminology.
The lines that are used when you are tying up to a jetty or pontoon are often called ‘docklines’ or ‘warps’
This refers to all the moveable lines that are used to pull up and adjust the sails. The rope that runs up the mast to pull up the mainsail is called the halyard and to bring the sail down the line is called the downhaul.
Rope is generally the term used for the raw material used to make the ‘lines’ that we use on board a sailing yacht. For rope terminology wherever a rope has a purpose or use, it is called a ‘line’ and every single line that has a job to do will have it’s own name! here
The Standing rigging refers to all the lines that support the stationary objects on a sailing yacht, such as the mast. These are generally steel cables and are called either ‘shrouds’ or ‘stays’.
For example, the line (cable) that runs from the mast to the bow of the boat is called the ‘forestay’, for lines that run to the stern of the boat are often called ‘backstays’.
If you have just had your first outing on a sailing yacht and are bemused by some of the names that all the different ropes are called, here is a quick explanation as to why rope is not just called rope! Our sailing courses in the UK are an ideal opportunity to find out about yachting terminology.
Wakesurfing: The third and final sport in the wake sports trio is a monster all its own. Wakesurfing allows riders to actually surf the wake behind the boat—without being strapped into bindings on the board and without holding onto a rope as they ride. Wakesurfing must always been done on a boat with an inboard motor (although the Volvo Penta Forward Drive maybe changing that), due to the fact that wakesurfers stay close to the back of the boat as they ride. Getting up on a wakesurf board is similar to a wakeboard with riders holding the rope in between their legs as they float in the water behind the boat. You must rest your feet up on top of the board as it floats on top of the water. As your driver speeds up, usually only to about a nine to 13 MPH maximum, you’ll press your heels down onto the board so that it pops up and you can pull yourself into a sideways standing position. To walk you through the whole step-by-step process, head over to our guide on How to Wakesurf.
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Okay, so what do hotdogs, decks, cockpits, and wings all have in common? Believe it or not, they all describe different styles of inflatable tubes—which just so happen to be the last category in our watersports lineup. Tubing is one of the best watersports for all ages for a couple of reasons: 1) It requires no coordination or skill, and 2) If you have a good driver, you’re bound to have a great time. There are also so many different styles of tubes to choose from—flat deck tubes that you ride on while laying down on top of the tube, cockpit tubes where you are seated down lower in the tube, steerable tubes that allow you to move the tube around the wake, winged tubes that get so much air it will send riders sailing up off of the surface of the water, hotdog (or banana) tubes where multiple riders climb on to straddle the tube as it cruises, and the list could go on and on… [links]
Kneeboarding: The name really says it all: a board you ride while seated on your knees. Just like many of the other watersports we’ve covered, riders start off in the water behind the boat. Instead of strapping into any binding, you lay your body across the board with your head facing forward, holding onto the front edges of the board with your feet dangling in the water behind you. Usually, most kneeboards have a small hook on the front of the board where you attach the rope; if not, hang onto the rope however if feels most comfortable until you’re able to get up. To get into a riding position, you’ll pull yourself up onto your knees as the driver slowly increases their speed. Once you’re up, place the strap across your knees and the rest comes pretty naturally. Check out boats.com's How to Kneeboard article for additional tips. [links]
Even with just one ski, you can make some major waves. Photo courtesy of Malibu Boats. more
Hydrofoiling: Last, but certainly not least in the skiing family, comes hydrofoiling. Hydrofoiling is an odd sport, and onlookers might view it as seated skiing. The hydrofoil is made up of three parts including the seat tower, board and foil assembly (which basically acts as a rudder to help with direction). To start off, riders strap into the seat and lean back, holding onto the rope while keeping the front tip of the board out of the water. Once the boat takes off, the foil assembly will lift the board off the surface of the water and elevate the rider up into the air. USA Water Ski can give you an in-depth explanation of this crazy sport in their Learn to Hydrofoil guide.
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Your dock lines should be inspected on a regular basis and replaced when they show signs of wear or other problems. I wash mine yearly (Washing Your Sheets, Halyards and Lines) in mild soap and water to to remove dirt and salt crystals, help keep the lines from getting stiff and make line handling nicer to the hands. The dock lines are replaced every two years or so when they start to get stiff, loose some of their shock absorbing properties, start to show significant wear or other signs of deterioration. more
Mooring line fed through the center of a cleat at the slip.
Be careful when passing through the center of the cleat. Some cleats are not well finished in the center and require extra chafe gear in the base to prevent the line from being damaged. One cleat was so rough in the middle that the line was almost cut through in under two weeks when I forgot to check the base of the cleat.
As with all things related to boating, you need to assess your own situation and boating conditions and adjust your actions accordingly. What has worked for me might not work for you, please change things to fit your own needs. Please consider these ideas as a starting point and feel free to improve them to fit your own dock conditions. here