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The "extension" part of my tiller is 36". The total length is 7 feet.That 42 inch length is for racing. It’s too long for recreational sailing, especially if you have more than one person on board.
I wonder if anyone on here had a newer Sunfish (@norcalsail ?) and can tell you how long their factory extension is.
That 42 inch length is for racing. It’s too long for recreational sailing, especially if you have more than one person on board.
I wonder if anyone on here had a newer Sunfish (@norcalsail ?) and can tell you how long their factory extension is.
I have been getting 33". Seems to work well. Just got 2 more. They were scarce here in the US. Mine were delayed, literally in a container on a ship.
I tried the 33 inch Battlestick extension but it kept getting caught in the bridle (too long); so I got the 24 inch Battlestick.
If that happens then you're pointing it the wrong way The extension shouldn't really ever come close the bridle/traveller, regardless of length. Always swing it around the front when you change tacks - even if you otherwise prefer what we over here call the "barbecue" grip (Holding it aft of you and from above, that is.)Alan, I'm curious. How did the Battlestick get caught in the bridle when it was 33" long? I have the 33" version and it worked really well.
Alan, I'm curious. How did the Battlestick get caught in the bridle when it was 33" long? I have the 33" version and it worked really well.
ThanksIf that happens then you're pointing it the wrong way The extension shouldn't really ever come close the bridle/traveller, regardless of length. Always swing it around the front when you change tacks - even if you otherwise prefer what we over here call the "barbecue" grip (Holding it aft of you and from above, that is.)
As already stated by others, the standard LP extension is 914 mm (36 in) long. If you feel you need something considerably shorter, check your technique. Not criticizing anybody but trying to help make sailing more enjoyable
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One of my four remaining Sunfish has a very long composite tiller extension--which I like..If you point it toward the back (aft), which I sometimes do, it will get caught.