Land Sailing on Land Yachts

Written by: Vinesh Chandra

Land Yachts and Land Sailing

Written by Vinesh Chandra

This book was written for the SEE Library.
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Humans have explored land sailing, also known as sand yachting or land yachting, for many years. Over time it has become a thrilling sport that combines the excitement of sailing with speed on a land-based vehicle.

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In a breeze, the sails move the land yacht and the sailors or drivers use a steering wheel and brakes to control it.

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Can you spot the similarities and differences between these yachts?

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Making models of land yachts can be fun. You will need to think about the design and the materials you will need for different parts.

Wheels are very important in land yachts? Why?

What will happen if you take the wheels off? Why will this happen?

Making models of land yachts can be a lot of fun.

What materials can you use to make the sail?

What materials can you use to make the wheels?

What materials can you use to make the frame?

What materials can you use to make the mast?

What is missing in this land yacht?

What will you need to make this land yacht move?

How will you design and make a land yacht model?