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Island Terminology
Battens
Battens are long fiberglass
rods that are inserted into the
sail to give it stiffness and help
maintain sail shape.
Amas
Amas are the outer
hulls that provide
stability under sail
power.
Centerboard
The centerboard is used to improve
your upwind performance by
preventing the boat from slipping
sideways in the water.
Roller Furler
The roller furler allows
the sail to be easily
rolled around the mast to
reduce sail size in high
winds and for storage.
Sail
The sail is a “square -top”
design that utilizes the current
trend in sail design for better
performance.
Telltales
Telltales are small ribbons
to help determine the
correct trim of the sail.
Akas
Akas are the aluminum bars
that extend away from the hull to
support the amas.
Rudder
The rudder is the
rear blade that is
used to steer the
boat.
Mainsheet
The mainsheet is a rope
that connects to the sail
to control the trim of the
sail.
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