[C320-list] Jib Halyard

[Denny Browne]

I like vectran core line for a genoa halyard. No stretch, but considerably
more expensive than polyester double braid. You can downsize the much
stronger vectran to 5/16 or 8mm and strip the cover off the part that's in
the mast pretty easily, for weight saving. Be careful not to let the shackle
slip out of your hand, though, if you strip the cover. The heavier covered
part may pull the untended shackle straight to the top of the mast. Also,
vectran is considerably stronger than the luff rope, so if you store the
sail on the furler, let a little tension off the halyard when finished for
the day to extend sail life. C320 spec calls for 115' of line, plus room for
the splice.

Denny Browne
A Cappella #935
Redondo Beach

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Thanks.......what kind of line?



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From: hcreech <hcreech at comcast.net>
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Sent: Tue, Oct 25, 2011 8:21 am
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I'll confirm today when I am at the boat, but when I purchased mine from
ayline, great customer service, I think it was 115', but I ordered 120' to
be afe. 
Herb Creech
loud Chaser #606 


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ent: Tuesday, October 25, 2011 7:05:42 AM
ubject: [C320-list] Jib Halyard
What is an estimated length of the jib halyard......from bow to mast head to
locks and ending up in cockpit? Any recommended sheet ( I race the boat
.......lastly best place to buy........thanks to all!