[Rhodes22-list] Loose-Footed Close-Hauling

[Leland]

Thought this was a good tip regarding close-hauled sailing in light wind:

"On the loose-footed mainsails (in-mast furling) a good rule of thumb is to
ease the outhaul to have a gap between the foot of the main and the boom of
about 18-24 inches at the widest point. This “camber” adjustment of the
“wing” allows more lift to be generated for a given wind speed."

http://library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/Brad's%20Briefs%20I.pdf
http://library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/Brad's%20Briefs%20I.pdf 

This came from a yacht salesman so the gap might be slightly less on our
boats because we have littlier feet.

Lee
1986 Rhodes22  AT EASE
Kent Island, MD
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