New North Race Sail

Charles Howard

Well-Known Member
Sail is set up with an adjustable outhaul. When going downwind I loosen the out-haul. When rounding the leeward mark, is there a reference on how much to re-tighten going upwind? Is it just by feel?
 
The generally accepted practice is to use a permanent marker to mark your normal upwind setting on the boom by the clew and tighten it to that setting when you round the leeward mark. Some people mark their lines with a marker instead.
 
I had to part with Sunfish spars that had "jam" cleats on them—(for outhauls).

What are some recommended jam cleats to replace them on my newer spars?

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Using a roller fair-lead cleat and thimbles to get smooth moving multiple purchase, the masthead kit does not have the roller.
 

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