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Written by Bob Ladell
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Wednesday, 22 December 2010 06:35 |
OK, so let's get the moral of this story out of the way first. You are going to the Inlands in October, which, being in the equinox, there are bound to be strong winds. The boat has been sailed hard all Summer and not let you down. So you need to check her out for wear and tear all round at least a couple of weeks in advance and give her the TLC she's earned.
Guess what ? Too busy enjoying the sailing and busy at work so it didn't get done. Result, half way round a seriously windy Inlands course with a huge grin factor and bang goes the kicker. The strap over the boom gave up after about 6 years of hard sailing. Should've gone to Specsavers!! (Other spectacle providers are available!  )
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 31 May 2011 16:38 |
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ISO Spinnaker – Live long and prosper |
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Written by Bob Ladell
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Tuesday, 22 September 2009 22:55 |
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Got a spinnaker that’s a real pain to get back in the chute when it’s wet - or dry for that matter? Kite just gets wet and stays soaking, sticks to everything and crew has a real problems on the way up and down ? Is it at least 2 years old and been round the cans quite a few times?? Yes? Well this might just be the article for you. Read on.
Take one well used kite – not a new one or one with plenty of original silicone still on it. This is for 2 good years plus kites.
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 23 September 2009 08:13 |
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Damage/Incident Prevention Guide |
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Written by Andy Gould
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Thursday, 26 March 2009 21:20 |
Preventions provided by Andy Gould (ISO 2000 National Champion).
- To stop leaks:
- Remove every fitting and re-seal them
- Remove the pole and put filler in where it goes through the bow.
- Drill a tiny 1/16 inch hole in the back of the wings (prevents a vacuum forming that sucks in water).
- Also put bungs in the back of the wings to let any existing water out.
- To stop the spinnaker tearing:
- Put filler in the corners of the spinnaker chute.
- Tape up everything in sight, including the block under the chute.
- Spray everything with PTFE.
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 23 September 2009 08:03 |
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