Running Jib Sheets on a newer H33

Scott B · Mar 4, 2010

I run mine between the stays and always use the outboard fairleads. That way the sheets are run back to the winches beside the helm where I can tack easier. I also bought the plastic covers for the stays, for both the sheets and hands when we go forward.

Scott B · Mar 5, 2010

Nodak7 said:
Plastic stay covers? First I heard of those. Normally we run our sheets as you have them but to the inboard fairleads. It seems that running your sheets in the manner reduces how far out you can fly the jib.

Snap on Cable Covers

I often run DDW and have no problems. If you run them outside do they not rub when you sheet in?

Scott B · Mar 10, 2010

I was going to say that I tack a lot in my area, so like having the jib sheets on the stern winches besdie the helm, then I looked at your lake... Must be interesting sailing with a West wind?

I usually leave the jib out full and furl the main as the wind builds, and then furl the jib if it gets stronger. But, I can see your point about getting the jib in closer, I just live with the reduced performance for convenience.

Scott B · Mar 11, 2010

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Georgian Bay

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