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Stays support the mast on a sailing boat running from the mast forward and aft. Shrouds also support the mast and run from the mast to the sides of the boat.
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What do wires called ''stays'' hold up on a boat?
The mast(s).
Is sailing a boat bad for the sea animals?
yes they do because animals are dumb creatures and walk right up to the boat
What do wires called stails hold up on a sail boat?
I believe you are referring to the shrouds and the stays that are attached to the mast(s) for stability. See the related link below:
What does wires called 'stays' hold up on sailboat?
The
How does a boat sail into the wind?
A boat can sail into the wind by sailing backwards and forwards (tacking) at an angle to the wind and so making her way up.
What boat could hold up to 10-12 tons?
A heal boat
How does an elephant hold the water in his trunk?
They suck it up and it stays there
What should a motor boat operator do when approaching a sailing vessel head on?
When approaching a sailing vessel head on, it is up to the motorboat to yield. The motorboat operator should swing wide as early as possible to stay well clear of the sailing vessel.
What do wires called stays' hold up on a sailboat?
The Mast
What does wires called stay hold up on a sail boat?
the masts
How Does a Boat Sail Upwind?
A sailing boat can not sail directly upwind, sail at about 45 degrees to the wind and tack (turn the boat through the wind) to the other side of the wind and continue in this zig-zag manner up wind.
What is a grinder on a sailing boat?
A grinder is a person whose job on a boat is to use the winches to pull in, let out, haul up or bring down sails. It is the most physically demanding job on a yacht.
