2013 New York Safe Boating Textbook - (Page 72)

Sailing Sailing is a challenging sport, much more so than power boating. With a good instructor, you can learn the fundamentals of sailing in just a day or two and, the more you sail, the better your skills will become. There are four components to a sail boat: the hull, the sails, the daggerboard (or keel) and the rudder. The hull carries the crew and supports the mast and rigging. Sails provide motive force. The wind fills the sails and pushes the boat according to how the sails are aligned. The centerboard (or keel), keeps the boat from being pushed sideways and provides stability. The rudder steers the boat and may be turned by either a wheel or a tiller. close to shore on the ocean—sometimes within the surf zone. Wind surfers can travel over flat water as long as there is enough wind. They can also cut into breaking waves and perform spectacular stunts. Different variations of wind surfing include speed sailing, slalom course racing, and freestyle. Novice windsurfers can take lessons and most will be able to sail, steer and turn the craft after just a few hours of instruction. Different sails are used for different purposes. Wave sails are reinforced to survive in the surf. Freestyle sails are designed for low-end power to allow for quick acceleration. Free-ride sails are for all around use and are easy to use and appropriate for the recreational sailboarder. Racing sails provide speed, but sacrifice maneuverability and comfort. You’ll make mistakes as you learn to sail, so try to keep to uncongested areas at first, and try out your skills in light winds. Learn to respect your boom—it can knock you or your passengers off the boat, and can cause serious injuries! If you have a smaller sailboat, practice capsizing on a hot day so you are not surprised the first time it accidentally happens to you. If you plan to take up windsurfing, you may consider the following additional equipment which will offer a safer and more comfortable experience: Wind Surfing Windsurfing (or boardsailing) is a sport that combines sailing and surfing and uses a one-person craft called a sailboard. The basic sailboard is composed of a board and a sail rig attached together by a universal joint. The universal joint allows full manual movement of the sail through the use of a wishbone boom. By standing on the rudderless board and maneuvering the sail, the windsurfer harnesses the wind and waves to glide across the water. Sail boards are capable of moderately high speeds and are usually used on lakes, or  Harness  Wet/Dry Suit  Footwear  Helmet  PFD– a sailboard is considered a boat in New York State and must carry a PFD (as well as other equipment required by New York State law). The best place to stow the PFD is on your body! IF YOU SAIL, WEAR YOUR PFD AND LEARN TO SWIM! Boat rental You don’t have to own a boat to be a boater. All across the state there are boat liveries that rent boats to the public. New York State requires operators of boats with motors that are between the ages of 10 and 18 years of age to have a valid Boating Safety Certificate, unless accompanied by an adult, 72 http://home.ussailing.org

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of 2013 New York Safe Boating Textbook

2013 New York Safe Boating Textbook
Contents
Introduction
Boats and Motors
Registration of Boats
Equipment
Fueling and Ventilation
Safe Loading and Powering
Preparation for Getting Underway
The Marine Environment
Rules of the Road
Boat Operations
Seamanship
Navigation
Personal Watercraft
Boating Related Activities
Accidents and Emergencies
Frequently Asked Questions
Chapter Review Questions Answers

2013 New York Safe Boating Textbook

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