;)No, just the halyard would be fine as long as I can get enough tension. Thanks, I'll post the results after a trial.
Sorry Gonzo,I wasn't clear. I mean to use the hi-tech line as the forestay to run the staysail up on.
Thanks Gonzo, I guess the test will be whether I'm able to tension it enough to be useful going to weather.
I'd like to add a jib staysail to my 43' Ketch. Would it be possible to use the new hi-tech, no-stretch line rather than wire? When not in use it...
Natural roll frequency test? how is that done?
Thanks Par, I did not know about Fine Line, it may be just the resource I need at low cost. The build year was 1989 with a draft of 6 feet....
Hello group, I have a Bruce Roberts 43 in GRP. The boat was fitted with in-mast roller furling, both masts. The masts are quite heavy and double...
Thanks to all Looks like I have a lot of other areas to consider. I'll have her out sailing again soon and will try different sail trims. The...
In order to create weather helm, is the main mast rake increased or decreased? This is a 43ft ketch, 39,000lb. Thanks, James
I'm not familliar with the unit but the pump appears to be at the base of the wheel hub. There is a resevoir fill behind the wheel. Could this...
Is it common for a 43' sailboat with hydrolic steering to require 6 turns lock to lock or do I have a problem? There is only one steering station.
What is the effect of mast rake on a 43 ft ketch. I would like to reduce weather helm.
Is it common for a 43 ft sailboat with hydrolic steering (one station only) to require six turns lock to lock or do I have a problem?
How does mast rake effect the boat trim? I would like to reduce weather helm on my 43 foot Roberts ketch.
Problem solved :) :) Thank you to all that have replied. I've removed the roller furling jib and the dodger for the winter and this has made a...
Thanks for all of the good input. Because of the tidal current, I'm going to try setting a reefed mizzen and remove the roller furling jib the...
I have a Bruce Roberts designed 43ft ketch that wants to sail bare-poled while on the mooring bouy. With the wind up and an adverse tide she'll...
