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

[Pat Ireland]

Chris

Great suggestion.  I've seen a dead ended version of that concept, and was
giving it some consideration.  But the continuous sheet and reuse of the
cars is a wonderful KISS solution.

Thanks

Pat, 801




On Wed, Jul 21, 2010 at 7:54 AM, Chris Burti <clburti at gmail.com> wrote:

> 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
> >
>
>
>
> --
> Chris Burti Farmville, NC
>