Tidal range The difference between the depth of water at low
and high tide
Tidal stream The direction in which the tide is flowing
Tiller The stick attached to the rudder, used to steer the
boat
Tiller Extension A pole attached to the tiller to extend its reach,
usually used when hiking
Toe Straps The straps to tuck your feet under when you lean
out to balance the boat.
Top Furling Unit Fitting at the top of the forestay which enables the
jib to be furled
Towing Line A rope attached to the boat, used to connect to
a towing vessel
Transit An imaginary line between two fixed objects, used
to ensure that you are staying on course
Transom The vertical surface at the back of the boat
Trim Keeping the boat level fore and aft
Trimaran A boat with three hulls
Trolley A wheeled structure, used to move the boat
around on land
Trolley Supports The part of the trolley in direct contact with the hull
U
‘Under Weigh’ A term derived from the act of ‘weighing’ anchor,
meaning to be in motion
Upwind To sail against the direction in which the wind is
blowing
W
Wetsuit Neoprene sailing suit designed to keep you warm
when wet
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