the mast and some ropes The sail is attached to the mast, which is in turn supported by stays (lines running from the mast fore and aft to the hull) and shrouds (lines running from the mast to the sides of the hull).
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.
Boom Mast Sail Mast extension mast foot universal joint (uj) board fin daggerboard (optional) harness and harness lines (optional) and also various ropes including uphaul
Bearing in mind that "A squared plus b squared equals c squared", 18 feet.
A mast.
Tabernacle
A heavy frame with a lifting mast and forks in front
Mast .
Halyard, mast and boom (or yardarm) support the sails.
The halyards, these ropes are used to haul sails up. When sails are down they are left tied tight from the top of the mast down towards the foot. The wind causes them to vibrate and hit the mast thus causing the sound.
An upright pole on a ship to support sails or antennae.
A serious situation that could cause the mast to suddenly or slowly lower is a failure of the mast support system, such as a broken cable or hydraulic system. This could happen due to a structural failure, poor maintenance, or incorrect operation of the mast. It is important to address any issues with the mast support system promptly to prevent accidents or damages.