[C320-list] Asymetric Spinnaker Running Gear

[Ted Barto]

I’m using a single 1/4 inch sheet that I run thru a block attached to the 
aft cleat and then take it up to the cabin top winch, I do a snuffer gybe 
when required and bring it to the other side as needed. Had it up and got 
hit with some 25 kt gusts and that small line was plenty strong enough to 
spin the boat out.
Ted
S/V NancyB #880

-----Original Message----- 
From: Chris Burti
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2012 1:16 PM
To: C320-List at catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Asymetric Spinnaker Running Gear

I use 5/16" and have no issues, but as I essentially fly it solo I
usually bring it down once the wind pipes up.

On Tue, Apr 3, 2012 at 3:35 PM, Alan Goodman <goodmanalanlee at hotmail.com> 
wrote:
>
> I purchased a Quantum 0.75 oz asymetric spinnaker at the January Strictly 
> Sail show in Chicago.  It should be delivered in early May and I want to 
> shop for the best deal for the sheet.   The Lewmar technical reference 
> site shows that the appropriate line diameter for a size 44 winch is 5/16 
> to 9/16 inch.  I am considering VPC from New England Ropes as a reasonably 
> priced semi-high end line (strong, low stretch, light).  Given that 
> minimum weight is a prime concern, 5/16 inch would be best relative to 
> weight.  Is anyone running 5/16 inch through their 44 primaries?  I use 
> 1/2 inch for my genoa sheets which self tails well and I am concerned that 
> using the minimum recommended line diameter may allow slippage through the 
> self tailing sheave.  Any suggestions as to other lightweight line or 
> which diameter you may be using?  Alan Hull 67 Holland MI
>



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Chris Burti
Farmville, NC