Cruising Sailboat - Deck
Deck is the area or platform which is specially - designed for the operation of the Cruising Sailboat. Aside from being the primary working surface, it serves as the 'lid' of the Hull of the Sailboat and helps in strengthening it. Decks vary in structure or layout, depending on the type of Cruising Sailboat.
The Deck holds many relevant gear and equipment used in boat handling. In this section, know what these parts are and learn the role each of them plays in boat operations.
- Foredeck - part of the deck in front of the Mast
- Pulpit - a metal frame located at the bow of the boat; this is where forward Navigation lights are fastened
- Pushpit - a metal frame located at the Stern of the boat; this is where stern Navigation lights and lifebuoys are attached
- Anchor well - holds the cable of the anchor
- Sidedecks - spaces between the edge of the Deck and the raised Cabin trunk (if any)
- Coach Roof - serves as the cover of the raised Cabin trunk
- Hatches - openings which allow light and ventilation in the Cabin
- Cockpit - primary working place of the boat
- Spray hood - covers and protects the Cockpit
- Genoa car - found on Sidedecks; track where the fairleads for the headsail sheet run
- Lockers - storage compartments usually located under the seats in the Cockpit
- Sheet Winches - located at the raised area in the Cockpit
- Lifelines - lines that run from the Pulpit to the Pushpit on either side of the Deck
These are the basic things that you will see on the Deck. Each is necessary when it comes to boat handling and other aspects of Cruising so it is important to know how to use them properly.
Moreover, make sure to be careful when moving around the Deck. Losing one's footing and tripping on Deck gear are common when unwary crew members are on the Deck.
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