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| Author: | dannybten23 [ Tue Aug 21, 2018 11:52 am ] |
| Post subject: | Hobie 16 Jib Traveler Block System Preference / Info |
My H16 currently has the Trenteck Jib Traveler car system (Jib Traveler cars that are controlled with a sheet that is tied to the traveler car, then runs through a cheek block then a cam cleat on the corner casting, then to the other corner casting, through the cleat, then block then to the traveler car.) I recently acquired two of the Jib sheet car W/ Blocks that can be locked into the jib traveler track via a spring loaded handle on the block. I am thinking I am going to change to the locking type. What are the advantages/disadvantages of each? What should I know about them? I am a fairly experienced H16 sailor, but don’t race or care about shaving Nano-seconds off my time. I am thinking the system with the locking blocks would be one less sheet on the tramp, and a bit easier for my crew to handle. I wouldn’t adjust my jib traveler blocks much anyway. Thanks for your advice! Danny |
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| Author: | mmiller [ Tue Aug 21, 2018 3:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hobie 16 Jib Traveler Block System Preference / Info |
Yes, the block on the car will run easier too. Less friction on the sheet than the tren tec cars. I would swap and dumb the traveler system. |
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