Jib Sheets - need advice

[Roy Udwin]

I need to replace the jib sheets on my Hunter 27. Since I am a new sailor I would like advice on what to purchase.ThxRoy

 

[Wright Ellis s/v Whiskey II]

Short cut

Get a West marine catalog (or go online). In it they explain all the lines and their pros and cons, matched to boat size and the kind of sailing you do.

 

[Scott]

Look no further

You can't go wrong if you buy your halyards and sheets right here on the chandlery. That's what I do.

 

[Big Windy]

Halyards

After you get the information from WM, check Defender's prices, usually much cheaper.

 

[Stu Jackson]

Sheets

Your choices are made clearer by the thoughts above.There's good guidance there.I'd add the following choices you have:stretch - crusier or racer?manufacturer - real hard to recommend, since each vendor makes somewhat different line hand: it's the "feel" of the line - try some out on friend's boats and in the store(s); ask around your dockcolor - your boat, your choice.Stu

 

[Joe]

For your boat...

I would use 2 x 45' of 3/8 inch cruising grade line. such as:New England Sta-Set (not sta-set X}Samson LSYale Yacht BraidDon't waste your money on anything high tech.