Small Boat:
22 - 28 ft. (6.7 - 8.5 m) |
Midrange:
29 - 34 ft. (8.8 - 10.4 m) |
Big Boat:
35 - 42 ft. (10.7 - 12.8 m)
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1. This system allows the inboard end of the pole to be moved under load. It features an continuous adjuster line and 2:1 controls.
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2. This adjustable system feature 3:1 controls for more power.
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3. Smaller offshore boats often mount a cam cleat below the spinnaker halyard exit so crew can jump the halyard and cleat it to the mast when setting the spinnaker. The cam also holds the line should the sail fill prematurely.
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4.Many racing boats have asymmetrical spinnakers and retractable bowsprits. This system features a launcher line on top of the pole, with strong shock chord on the bottom to automatically retract the pole when the launcher line is uncleated.
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A well-designed system
makes all the diference when setting, flying and jibing the spinnaker. Trimming
involves three adjustments: raising or lowering the pole, moving the outboard
end of the pole forward or aft, and pulling in or easing the sheet. |
We at Mauri Pro Sailing are fully committed to be your Harken sailing equipment specialist not only providing the sailing community with a comprehensive , easy to use web site but with all the appropriate technical information that you might need to select Harken sailboat hardware and sailing gear.
Pictures and text courtesy of Harken Sailboat Equipment
Picture courtesy of Tim Wilkes Photography |
