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Congratulations on the purchase of your new Vanguard Optimist! We suggest that you read
through this guide to better familiarize yourself with the parts and rigging of your new boat. If you
have any questions please contact your dealer or call Vanguard's customer service at 1-800-966-SAIL.
Leech
Clew
Outhaul
Tiller with Extension
Rudder
Mainsheet
Mainsheet Blocks
Head of the Sail
Sprit
Luff
Mast
Sail
Sail Tie
Foot of the Sail
Tack
Boom
Halyard
Vang
Mast step
Daggerboard
Nautical Terminology:
Port: Left side of the boat when looking forward
Starboard: Right side of the boat when looking forward
Gunwale: Upper edge of a boat's side
Leeward: Direction away from the wind
Windward: Direction from which the wind is coming
Mainsheet Bridle
Mainsheet
Rudder
Stern
Hiking Strap
Useful knots to
know:
Figure 8 Knot or
Stopper Knot
Square Knot
Mast Collar
Bowline
Bow
Cleat
Mast Thwart
Airbags
Airbag straps
Daggerboard Trunk
Clove Hitch
Luggage Knot
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