Spinnaker handling stuff

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   Here is a "posed at the dock" picture of the way I have arranged to manage the spinn sheets/guys which doesn't require drilling more holes in the deck. The sheet/guy runs to a large Harken hexaratchet block at the back of the toerail. Forward of it is the block/becket/cam cleat to control the "twing lines". At the fat part of the boat you can see the opening block that rides on the spinn sheet/guy to twing it down to the deck if necessary (allows better spinnaker shape control). The last picture shows the set-up as seen from the bow. All toe rail blocks are attached using Harken line loops which are strong and will not scratch the rail. 
Bob

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371-#235 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Captain Joined: 14 February 2004 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 272	Post Options Post Reply Quote 371-#235 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Spinnaker handling stuff Posted: 19 June 2006 at 16:50
	Here is a "posed at the dock" picture of the way I have arranged to manage the spinn sheets/guys which doesn't require drilling more holes in the deck. The sheet/guy runs to a large Harken hexaratchet block at the back of the toerail. Forward of it is the block/becket/cam cleat to control the "twing lines". At the fat part of the boat you can see the opening block that rides on the spinn sheet/guy to twing it down to the deck if necessary (allows better spinnaker shape control). The last picture shows the set-up as seen from the bow. All toe rail blocks are attached using Harken line loops which are strong and will not scratch the rail. Bob

blairfisher Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Lieutenant Joined: 28 November 2005 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 29	Post Options Post Reply Quote blairfisher Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 20 June 2006 at 08:06
	Bob Thanks for this stuff - ignore my earlier post requesting more pictures. I didn't realize that you had posted all of these pictures of the spinnaker setup. I got down to an older "371 rigging" post and didn't see your other posts - I will study these pictures carefully. By the way, I am intrigued by your little bug net over the hatch! My partner is extremely sensitive to bugs - we are always trying to figure out ways to keep them out. I will show her this picture. Is it just some kind of net? Is it weighted in some way? She has actually made some screens that fit inside the hatch - but of course your solution allows you to open and close the hatch without letting in any bugs....brilliant! We don't get nearly as many bugs on the West coast as you do where you sail, but enough to be a concern. Any more bug solutions you have would be welcome! Blair

371-#235 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Captain Joined: 14 February 2004 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 272	Post Options Post Reply Quote 371-#235 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 20 June 2006 at 16:19
	Hi Blair, It's a Canadian company (Quebec) called Sogeman( http://www.sogeman.com/). They make several sizes and types of screens. The outside seems are weighted with continuous small lead weights. The companionway model is very useful as you can go in and out quickly without letting in the mozzies, flys, etc. Bob

Zoomie Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Sub Lieutenant Joined: 20 January 2006 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 7	Post Options Post Reply Quote Zoomie Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 24 July 2006 at 23:52
	Bob, I just bought an asymmetrical spinnaker for my boat and have sailed with it once with my broker and the sail rep. I've been studying your pictures and have a couple questions. Is your spinnaker an asymmetric? How long are your twing lines? Is the lazy twing line taut or slack? When jibing do you let the soon to be lazy twing line go slack or keep it taut? I see that the sheet block is located well aft putting the sheet coming off the block at an angle greater than 90 degrees. Doesn't having the block that far aft would create more strain on the block and put the person handling the sheet too close to the helm? I saw the picture with the clutch cleat mounted to the mast and intend to follow your lead; but wouldn't running the halyard through a deadeye and cam cleat work as well? Maybe not. Trying to grab a runaway halyard could be dangerous. Pulling down the clutch handle would be much safer. Any advice or experiences you're willing to share would be most appreciated. Thanks. P.S. Did I see a fitting for a Bimini? My wife is insisting on a Bimini for our next purchase.
	Zoomie on Jandon in San Diego 371 #271

371-#235 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Captain Joined: 14 February 2004 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 272	Post Options Post Reply Quote 371-#235 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 02 August 2006 at 15:18
	Zoomie, This install is intended for a symetrical spinnaker - not sure it is applicable to an assym. The bimini/dodger is from Genco Sails in Toronto and its called a "Natty Dodger". They have the patterms for the 371 and can make you one. They are easy to work with and will modify or improve the dodger with a very quick turnaround if you send it back to them while installing. Here is their website: http://www.gencomarine.com/dodgers/dodghome.htm Bob, 371-#235

Zoomie Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Sub Lieutenant Joined: 20 January 2006 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 7	Post Options Post Reply Quote Zoomie Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 02 August 2006 at 16:47
	Bob, Too late! Some $600 later I now have all the hardware and twing lines. Will try it out and see how it works. I can always use extra blocks and tackle gear. After further consideration I vetoed the idea of the mast-mounted clutch cleat. Since the asym spinnaker is in a sock during hoist I shouldn't have the danger of a runaway halyard. Thanks for the info on Gencomarine. Will check out the website. I bought the demo model of the 371 and it came with a dodger, anchor windlass, refrigeration plate, autopilot, and some other bells and whistles. I wouldn't have ordered a dodger but now I wouldn't be without it, except when we're racing. Thanks again,
	Zoomie on Jandon in San Diego 371 #271



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