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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