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A sloop usually has two sheets for the [[jib sail]], or [[genoa]]. Only one is used at a time. The one not being used (usually the windward one) is referred to as the [[lazy sheet]]. | A sloop usually has two sheets for the [[jib sail]], or [[genoa]]. Only one is used at a time. The one not being used (usually the windward one) is referred to as the [[lazy sheet]]. | ||
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Revision as of 09:47, 1 May 2009
A sheet is any line on a boat that is used to move the leward edge of a sail in towards the centerline of the boat.
A sailboat usually has a single mainsheet, for trimming the mainsail.
A sloop usually has two sheets for the jib sail, or genoa. Only one is used at a time. The one not being used (usually the windward one) is referred to as the lazy sheet.
