Ketches are similar to a sloop, but there is a second shorter mast to the stern of the mainmast, but forward of the rudder post. The second mast is called the mizzen mast and the sail is called the mizzen sail. A ketch can also be [http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Pincoyaundersail.jpg#file Cutter-rigged] with two head sails. |
Ketches are similar to a sloop, but there is a second shorter mast to the stern of the mainmast, but forward of the rudder post. The second mast is called the mizzen mast and the sail is called the mizzen sail. A ketch can also be [http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Pincoyaundersail.jpg#file Cutter-rigged] with two head sails. |