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Beyond that purpose -- which may not be necessary, depending on the rig
In Response To: I use mine when the staysail is set. ()
The principal purpose for the runners on most sloops is to deal with "pumping". Pumping, if you've ever experienced it, can occur in certain wind and seaway conditions. Usually it involves stronger winds and lumpy sea states. When you feel a rig "pump", you'll know it :^))).
We've had runners in our foward sail locker for 14 years for our J/Boat. We haven't had to use them. That's probably because I've avoided having that much sail up in rough situations.
Messages In This Thread
- Anybody have runners on their boat... how to best use?
- I use mine when the staysail is set.
- Beyond that purpose -- which may not be necessary, depending on the rig
- I tighten the windward backstay to tighten the genoa luff
- Fractional or masthead rig?
- I really like having them, and use them a lot...
- I use mine when the staysail is set.