| |
When you tighten the sheet:
- The sail's angle to the centreline decreases.
- The twist of the sail usually decreases.
- The depth of the sail decreases.
In order to decide how much to haul in the sheet you may use the distance between the spreader and the sailcloth as a measure.
Some refer to a number of "fists", others to tape reference stripes on the
spreader (=crosstree).The best positions differ from boat to boat but in optimum conditions, with medium winds and smooth seas, you may on many boats sheet your genoa in
until it just touches the spreader and thus be able to
point higher. If you want speed rather than the ability
to point high, you can ease the sheet further away
from the spreader. This will be especially helpful in
very light airs.
Find the best position to suit
your boat by employing trial and error. |
| |
| |
|
 |
|
