FRACTIONAL RIG
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Fractional Rig.
Fractional Rig - as a noun
A rig on a sailing vessel that consists of a foresail, such as a jib or genoa sail, that does not reach all the way to the top of the mast.
Example: "Fractional rigs were introduced on race boats in order to allow more controllability of the surface of the main sail and also less drag during tacking."
Example Sentences
"The boat had a fractional rig that allowed it to sail more efficiently in light winds."
"The sailors adjusted the tension on the fractional rig to optimize performance."
"The yacht's fractional rig made it easier to handle in strong winds."
"The skipper preferred a fractional rig for better control over the sails."
"The boat designer recommended a fractional rig for improved upwind performance."
