I am considering changing the original harken furler to a Facnor STG 3T wire furler, so I can use a larger headsail in light winds, but the main reason is so I can remove the jib when the boat is not in use. I am wandering if anyone else is using a facnor wire furler and if so would you recommend the change. Tom
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Jib Block Placement
Tom, how are you planning to alter the placement of the jib blocks to accommodate the larger headsail?
Tom, how are you planning to alter the placement of the jib blocks to accommodate the larger headsail?
Drifter
what you thing about light asymmetrical spinnaker for close reaching (as Doyle APR 75) in light air conditions?
what you thing about light asymmetrical spinnaker for close reaching (as Doyle APR 75) in light air conditions?
An Akite...
...is a great idea for off wind work especially in light air when a genoa just dies. Of course, jibing with wide jibe angles will be needed but it beats a flogging genoa. No need to move any blocks, just add a pair at the rear and adjustable twings to change the lead angle.
...is a great idea for off wind work especially in light air when a genoa just dies. Of course, jibing with wide jibe angles will be needed but it beats a flogging genoa. No need to move any blocks, just add a pair at the rear and adjustable twings to change the lead angle.
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