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If drag could be eliminated, entirely, any sail-powered vessel can travel exactly twice as fast as the wind powering her can blow, while sailing on a beam reach; that is, at right angles to the wind. The best examples of this principle can be seen while ice-boating, when an ice-boat is supported by, and prevents making leeway with, the skates t.hat support her. Many examples of ice-boats travelling very nearly 20 knots East or West, say, in a 10-knot Northerly breeze, and so on, exist.
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How fast were Mesopotamian sailboats?
The sailboats i Mesopotamia went at about 150 miles per hour. They were very fast...
How fast do sailboats typically go when sailing in optimal conditions?
Sailboats can typically reach speeds of 6 to 8 knots (7 to 9 miles per hour) when sailing in optimal conditions with a good wind.
What are names of fast sailboats?
The Hobie Cats are fast, there's a class of boat called "Flying" that I would like to try...
How do sailboats work?
the wind helps the sailboat go
Which statement is true of sailboats Sailboats can maneuver in tight spaces Sailboats can change direction quickly and easily Sailboats are usually the give-way boat in an encounter Sailboats ar?
Sailboats are usually the stand-on boat in an encounter.
What has the author Grahame Anderson written?
Grahame Anderson has written: 'Fast light boats' -- subject(s): Sailboats
What do sailboats have have a tendency to do?
Sailboats have the tendency to Capsize and Swamp.
Why did Egyptians ride on sailboats?
why did egyptians use sailboats? the used sailboats because they where a good way to travel in water
What do small sailboats have a tendency to do?
Sailboats have the tendency to Capsize and Swamp.
How many sailboats equal a mile?
depends how big the sailboats are
How are sailboats used for sports?
Sailboats are used in the sport of sailing.
When was Vanguard Sailboats created?
Vanguard Sailboats was created in 1967.
