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- Phonetic Alphabet Golf Phonetic alphabet letter G. In marine terminology, "Golf" refers to the letter "G" in the International Code of Signals. Pilotage: When a(...) Read more
- To set the mainsail on one side of the vessel and the headsail on the other when running Read more
- Gooseneck A gooseneck is a fitting on a sailboat that connects the boom to the mast. It allows the boom to pivot and move freely, positioning the sail(...) Read more
- GoosewingedHaving one sail set on each side of the boat when running directly downwind. Read more
- Grab RailRails fitted above and below decks to grab at when the vessel heels Read more
- GroundA general term for the anchors, cables and all the gear required when anchoring Read more
- Guard RailSafety line fitted round the vessel to prevent the crew falling overboard Read more
- GuardrailThe guardrail is normally made of thin wire and protects the crew from falling overboard. It runs around the full deck supported by stanchions(...) Read more
- GunwaleThe upper edge of the side of a vessel Read more
- GuyA line attached to the end of a spar to keep it in position Read more
- Gybe-oh!The call to indicate that the helm is being put across to gybe Read more