SAIL CONTROLS
| The mainsail is controlled by a powerful blofek and tackle system called the mainsheet. A small force on the mainsheet tail (A) is multiplied by the pulleys to a large force (B). Subtle sail adjustments can be made by moving the mainsheet across the boat on the mainsheet track. Another smaller set of lines, blocks and cleats (C) are used to control this movement. The kicking strap helps control the shape of the sail and stops the boom lifting when the main sheet is let full out. |
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| The headsails are controlled by the jib or genoa sheets, these are led aft through fairleads or jib or genoa cars. To get the correct angular pull, the cars can be moved to set positions on the track (D) or adjusted by a line and pulley system (E). The sheets finally arrive back at the cockpit and are controlled by wrapping them clockwise around a winch. A winch handle adds extra leverage and sometimes has a lock to save it falling out and a ratchet to make turning it easier. |
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