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What is a header in sailing wind terms?

An unfavorable wind shift.

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  1. A type of knot
  2. A favorable wind shift
  3. An unfavorable wind shift ✔

Why: A header is an unfavorable wind shift that works against the boat's course.

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A header is a headwind for your plans.
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References

Answer: An unfavorable wind shift. A header is an unfavorable wind shift that works against the boat's course.

  1. Sailing en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sailing
    Unfavorable wind shifts are called headers
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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