[C320-list] Rigging for 30+knts - changed to rigging a self tacking jib

[Chris Burti]

It would be difficult to make a jib self tacking on a C-320...AND...be able
to trim it effectively for shape without some serious hardware...that said,
(and assuming a 110% or preferably smaller jib), put your jib cars on the
cabintop tracks and rig a continuous sheet through a lightweight block
attached to the clew. The sheet can then be trimmed from either winch and
once set will allow the jib be self tacking at that setting...however you
will have a bit too much twist for light air and the jib's shape will be a
bit too full for heavy air.

On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 3:57 PM, Pat Ireland <cherie320 at gmail.com> wrote:

> All - Thank you!
>
> We got out and back in one piece using the advice of the group.  Depowering
> as the wind built made a big difference and helped considerably to make it
> an enjoyable sail for our guests.
>
> Now - Next Rigging question
> Has anyone investigated or installed a self tending/tacking jib?  We would
> appreciate the benefit of your experience or that of your neighbors.
>
> Pat, 801
>



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Chris Burti Farmville, NC