Converting to 6:1

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BWilliams

Post subject: Converting to 6:1

Posted: Tue May 03, 2011 5:53 pm

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Location: Wilmington, NC

Going to Harken 6:1. Any suggestions on what brand to use as mainsheet? What length? Where to buy online? Thanks for any help.

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codonnell

Post subject: Re: Converting to 6:1

Posted: Tue May 17, 2011 9:18 am

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Joined: Mon Apr 18, 2011 7:44 am
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Location: CT, USA

Hello BWilliams.

I have been looking at 9.5mm Salsa or 9mm Robline. Google will bring up multiple sources once you know your brand and size.

I have used what I believe to be Robline on another boat, but it had Seaway 5:1. Whatever it was it was nice.

I would also appreciate any thoughts from folks who have used either of these with a Harken 2640/194 6:1 setup.

Best,

Chuck

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codonnell

Post subject: Re: Converting to 6:1

Posted: Tue May 17, 2011 9:22 am

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Oh, for length, Hobie specs out 44' of 3/8" for the Harken 2640/194.

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Sail Revolution

Post subject: Re: Converting to 6:1

Posted: Tue May 17, 2011 12:10 pm

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The 9mm FSE is a bit big for a 16 unless you like it fat. 8mm is better. Either the racing sheet or the pro if you like a firmer line. Check Hobie catalog. 38 feet is what many racers buy.

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