Slow Boat

[Bill Jones12954]

In club races, my 1996 Hunter 23.5 consistently does poorly. Other racers frequently comment that the boat appears to be "crabbing" rather than sailing a straight track. The center board is down (at least the control line is fully extended) and the water ballast is full. Taletells suggest the sails are properly trimmed. Any suggestions?

 

[Ron M]

Tuning

The B&R rig on these boats performs much better when properly tuned. Do you have the shrouds properly tensioned, correct mast rake, etc? When I tuned my 26, it was like getting a new set of sails.Ron Mehringerh26 Hydro-Therapy

 

[Frank3830]

Tensioning

How do you do this???? I have 25.5

 

[saylers]

Each year I sail in the Leukemia Cup Regatta.I come in last or second to. I do well at the start and everyone passes me, or I do bad at the start and don't stand a chance. What's a girl to do?