Windsurfer

The first series-made sailboard, with the rig fixed on a universal joint and controlled with a wishbone boom.

Drake and Schweitzer were granted a patent for the idea in 1970. Board sailing spread quickly in Europe and became an Olympic event in 1984.

Materials: Plastic, fibreglass; sail on a universal joint

Manufacture: Made in California and under licence in Europe.

The rig that can tilt in any direction on its joint.

The wishbone boom the sailor holds.

• Boats and yachts