What term is the command given to the crew when starting to jibe?

What term is the command given to the crew when starting to jibe?

• A. Jibe
• B. Jibe-ho
• C. Jiffy reef
• D. Kedge off

Answer: (B)

When a jibe is about to be executed, the crew call that’s used to alert everyone and get them ready is “jibe-ho.” This command signals the crew to prepare for the boom swinging across the boat and to take their positions to manage the sails and lines safely. It’s a specific preparation call, not the action itself. The other terms don’t fit because: - The word “jibe” describes the maneuver, not the preparatory command. - “Jiffy reef” relates to quickly reefing the mainsail. - “Kedge off” refers to a different maneuver involving using a weight or anchor to move the boat.

When a jibe is about to be executed, the crew call that’s used to alert everyone and get them ready is “jibe-ho.” This command signals the crew to prepare for the boom swinging across the boat and to take their positions to manage the sails and lines safely. It’s a specific preparation call, not the action itself.

The other terms don’t fit because:

• The word “jibe” describes the maneuver, not the preparatory command.

• “Jiffy reef” relates to quickly reefing the mainsail.

• “Kedge off” refers to a different maneuver involving using a weight or anchor to move the boat.