[C320-list] Mainsheet and Traveler Control Lines

[Robert E. Sloat]

I have a 2002 320 (Hull 894) with the cam cleats on the traveler lines.  I 
replaced the OEM lines with longer control lines that reach back to the 
helm.  When single handing most of the time I just pick up the line on the 
cockpit seat and make the adjustment.

You can rig all kinds of ways to get those lines to the helm. If you do 
this, consider the esthetics, is it another trip hazard and will it get in 
the way of passengers when used.  I assume that is why Catalina has the 
current traveler control line setup on my boat.  When I have crew is aboard, 
they generally are assigned the traveler duties.  If you are into sail 
tuning, the traveler is worked often after the correct sail shape is 
achieved.

Another thing to consider is if you decide to install adjustable genoa cars, 
those control lines end up at the back of the dodger, if you have one, and 
can get in the way of any traveler control line redo that venture around the 
outside of the dodger.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Amirault Family - S&B" <amiraults at sympatico.ca>
To: <c320-list at catalina320.com>
Sent: Friday, January 25, 2008 5:40 PM
Subject: [C320-list] Mainsheet and Traveler Control Lines


> Greetings:
>
>
>
> Tacking can mean adjusting the traveler control lines. It is also handy to
> be able to dump the main when a sudden gust arrives. This is impossible to
> do from the helm on a 320. Has anyone made an attempt to direct either the
> control lines or the mainsheet  to the helm position? I am very interested
> in hearing how this has been done as it would be great to have this in 
> place
> for the coming sailing season,  if there is a way.
>
>
>
> Brian Amirault
>
> 797 Waltzing Bear, too
>