[Public-List] Preventing Jib Sheets From Catching On Deck and Mast Hardware

[Michael Connolly]

Nice and Simple, like the paper clip invention. Thanks for sharing.
Michael
> On 01/24/2023 11:38 AM John Irving via Public-List <public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:
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> I like that idea!
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> > On Jan 24, 2023, at 11:18 AM, Daniel Swords via Public-List <public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:
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> > When tacking, having the lazy jib sheet catch on deck hardware (forward hatch or vent cowl) or mast hardware (halyard cleats and winches) can be a nuisance.  Especially singlehanded, it can become a real clown show to try to tack, have the sheet get caught on the halyard winch, and then end up in irons or even worse jibe while you abandon the tiller to rush to the mast to clear the snag. 
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> > I solved the problem on my Alberg 30 by running a line along the center-line of the deck from the spinnaker pole mast ring just above the height of the halyard winches to the the base of the head stay. The line forms about a 30 degree angle from the head stay up to the mast. The jib sheets cross over the top of this line. 
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> > While sailing, the lazy sheet is held above any deck hardware like hatch covers and vents. The forward slope of the line causes the lazy sheet to slide and stay away from the mast winches and cleats. It works well for me. 
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> > The line also provides security to hold on to when standing at the mast or making the leap of faith from the mast to the bow pulpit. I use 1/4 in synthetic winch cable tow rope (a relatively low cost source for Dyneema).  Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhoneDaniel SwordsSolitude (Hull No 525)Mandeville, La. 
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