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Basic Keelboat Theory
Quiz-based sailing theory for U.S. beginners. Learn the fundamentals of sailing a small keelboat — points of sail, sail trim, right-of-way, docking, knots, weather, safety, and basic navigation — through practical explanations and real-world scenarios.
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What's inside
- Parts of the Sailboat and Basic Terminology
- How a Sailboat Moves
- Points of Sail
- Sail Trim Basics
- Steering and Basic Maneuvers
- Tacking and Jibing
- Basic Right-of-Way and Collision Avoidance
- Docking and Leaving the Dock Basics
- Essential Knots and Line Handling
- Weather Basics for Beginner Sailors
- Basic Navigation and Buoyage
- Safety Equipment and Emergency Awareness
Who it's for
Beginners preparing for a first sailing class, ASA 101-style basic keelboat courses, or a US Sailing basic keelboat program.
Written for US sailors: IALA Region B buoyage, USCG-approved safety equipment, US navigation rules.
Topics covered
- Points of sail
- Sail trim
- Right-of-way rules
- Docking
- Knots
- IALA Region B buoyage
- Weather basics
- Safety equipment
How you'll study
- Exam-style quizzes with a clear explanation for every question
- Smart review that resurfaces what you get wrong
- Per-module mastery that shows when you're exam-ready
- Fully offline — study anywhere, no account needed
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