Sampson post

sampson post - A strong post used for to attach lines for towing or mooring.
scale - Climb.

Sampson Post
A strong vertical post in which lines can be attached.
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channel running the length of the mast or boom into which a rope-reinforced edge of the mainsail is inserted and thus bent [Top of Page] [Bottom of Page] sail trim (set) The positioning and shape of the sails to the wind sampson post ...

Sampson post: A strong vertical post used to support a ship's windlass and the heel of a ship's bowsprit.

A strong vertical post used to support a ship's windlass and the heel of a ship's bowsprit. Also called a sampson post. (back)
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samson post -- also sampson post;
Sandwich construction Layered materials such as FRP-foamFRP. Usually adhesively bonded. Typically strong and light. Often used in hulls; very widely used in decks.

King Post :
A vertical post usually employed as a support : Also called a Sampson post
King Spoke:
The top spoke (usually marked) on the steering wheel when the rudder is centered.

samson post -- also sampson post;
salon -- also saloon; main social cabin of a boat
SAT NAV -- satellite navigation unit; uses satellites in moving orbits
scope -- the length or extent of anchor rode ...

See also: Hull, Boat, Deck, Stern, Bow