reefing a lot easier, especially in traditional vessels with several sails. It is also used as a storm tactic.

A sailing vessel that is hove to is still, for the purposes of the collision regulations, on a defined tack. Therefore, unless other considerations dictate differently, it is helpful to heave to on the starboard tack, in order to be a "stand-on vessel", as per the regulations.

The term is also used in the context of vessels under power

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