I'm also using an 8:1 vang (old Holt cleat-block, but all turning points are pulleys). Normally, I get all the purchase I need, but yesterday I was sailing 20+ kn and had some trouble getting enough vang on upwind. I also have various tendon problems in my wrist and elbows, so that's part of the problem...Originally posted by Mike94
why would you need anything like a 15:1 Vang? ... i run with a brand new 8:1 and it works fantastic i wish i woulda have went less than an 8:1 if i knew it was gonna be the way it is. ... i am also 6'2" and 190" lbs and pretty well built so i guess i don't need it.
No, no. They're not idiots, they're just helping "work harden" your top section for you! ;-)Siege said:Apparently some of my idiot friends down the club find it easy too since I often come back after leaving my boat alone on the beach for a while to find the vang pulled on quite tight...man these Aussie masts are good!
how do you find the purchase of a certain setup
144679 said:i have roosters version of the XD stuff, the kickers 15:1, n its harken deck cleats, cos in europe u get "Holt" if u buy the XD from laser,
i want to ask the same question