Which mechanism primarily limited the upwind performance of Viking longships, historically?

💡 Explanation

Excessive leeway limited Vikings' upwind ability, because a flat bottom without a deep keel resulted in significant sideways drift. This drift induced excessive drag, therefore course deviations were amplified, rather than true upwind progress being efficiently achieved.

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