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Despite what that article says, you can absolutely exceed hull speed
using sails alone. Think of hull speed as the point where the law of
diminishing returns kicks in. To go slightly faster, you need a LOT
more power beyond that point.



This is one of those "Yes, but" things. Yes, you can go faster than hull
speed with enough power, but there is still a limit. And there's a point at
which your rig simply can't stand up to that much power, and you are
dismasted. Surfing allows a boat to go much faster than hull speed, but it's
also tricky and requires expert helmsmanship.