Interesting page:
http://www.thebeachcats.com/news/111/modern-tips-for-sailing-the-hobie-16-catamaran/
But what does 'two blocked' mean?
Thanks,
Block to block, as in sheeted all the way.
Philip
to reduce the tendency of the h16 to pitchpole
it needs maximum mast rake
the limit on that has been pulling the boom blocks down to meet the platform blocks
to get even more rake they started using lower profile blocks
block to block sheeting on other boats can also be a good idea as it greatly reduces the amount of sheet needed in the mainsheet
1982 nacra 5.2
2009 weta
I can't find it now, but when i purchased my harken 57mm Ratchamatic Blocks (6 years ago?), they mentioned a minimum operating range (or similar name) and it was close to 12". I can't find that data on their site anymore
block to block sheeting on other boats can also be a good idea as it greatly reduces the amount of sheet needed in the mainsheet
MN3
When measuring mast rake, does the main have to be hoisted and tensioned with the down-haul? I am thinking the mast bends, but maybe not enough to care. The measurement I have seen is to use the main halyard to compare the mast top to bow with the mast top to stern. 16 inches is recommended in some places. Does anyone have other measures?
Thanks,
On a H16, no, but the jib would have to be up and the rig tensioned.
Ron Beliech
Nacra F-18
Brandon, MS