Rudder
Some owners have installed the CL257 Auto-Release Racing Mini cleat which provides a neat solution to the problem of how to lock-down a rudder yet allow it to flip-up if it hits the bottom or a solid obstacle in the water. The cleat holds ropes from 4mm to 6mm securely yet will release them immediately when the cleat is overloaded. The CL257 is fitted with an adjustable cam so that the release tension can be set to suit the boat and local conditions. The cam is adjusted until the rudder blade is held down reliably under maximum sailing conditions. The CL257 will then be set so that the least strain is put on the rudder if it hits something solid. Check the Camcleat website http://www.clamcleat.com/home/frame_default.asp
