Fin keel
The fin keel is a stationary foil positioned amidships and projecting downwards under the hull of a sailing vessel. The design purpose of the fin keel[1] is to provide lateral resistance to wind forces applied to the boat via the sails and to facilitate the placement of ballast below the hull while presenting less wetted surface area than a full keel, which helps to reduce drag and leeway.
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