Mo‘okiha O Pi‘ilani: Ready to Launch, Almost
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B. David Cathell / Alamy Stock PhotoImage ID:
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103.3 MB (4.5 MB Compressed download)Releases:
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4907 x 7360 px | 41.5 x 62.3 cm | 16.4 x 24.5 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
9 July 2014Location:
Lahaina, HI, USAMore information:
Mo‘okiha O Pi‘ilani is the newest member of the Polynesian Oceangoing Canoe fraternity, built by Hui O Wa’a Kaulua, Maui's Voyaging Society. The ancient Polynesians built similar craft from large trees which they hollowed out, connecting two in parallel with cross members to provide a stable base. The crab claw sail (AKA Oceanic lateen or sprit) was triangular in shape with spars along the upper and lower edges. Traditionally, the sails were made of woven pandanus leaves which are resilient and resistant to saltwater. This crew member was securing the lines, first from the deck — then from the top of the mast.