The mainsail is the queen of your multihull's wardrobe. It is almost always hoisted, coupled with the genoa or a sail with a larger surface area. In port or at anchor, the sailcloth (likely made of Dacron or composites) is protected from UV rays by its cover. But today, there are perfect conditions for sailing. You’ve left the port or anchorage, and you’ve got some ground to cover against the wind? So, let's go: review your tactics or learn how to set up your mainsail correctly with us!
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Publié le
24/05/2019
Par
Emmanuel van Deth
Numéro :
166
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Grand-voile haute : c’est parti pour des moyennes à plus de 10 nœuds pour cet Outremer 5X ! First step: tighten the mainsheet to stop the boom moving, but without excessive tension. Centralize the mainsheet car so that the boom is accessible from the bimini, especially if the rigid part is narrow or the outboard areas do not have non-slip coating. Open the lazy bag, not forgetting any possible Velcro straps at the end of the boom or other webbing near the mast. On the biggest multihulls and/or those with a flybridge, you might need to climb up onto the boom. &…
