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What supports the sail on a sailboat?

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∙ 17y ago
Updated: 10/22/2022

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).

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