Asymmetrical Spinnaker and Whisker poles

Re: Asymmetrical Spinnaker and Whisker poles

feeds@yuku.com (do335) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 09:25:20 GMT

Here is how I attach the tack block for my asymmetrical. It is a cast SS bracket bolted into the fiberglass. The line goes back to the cockpit and is cleated off on a cleat mounted on far aft end of starboard jib sheet track. This allows adjustment from the cockpit and you can use winch if necessary. A bow sprit would be best tack attachment, but this works. Some have attached to the anchor roller, but on my boat I found it put a lot of strain on the roller. The hose on the block is to...

Re: Asymmetrical Spinnaker and Whisker poles

feeds@yuku.com (buddym5586) — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:22:16 GMT

One of the advantages of the bowsprit in addition to the tack attachment and adjustment is the capability of doing inside jibes. They are much easier and very predictable even in 18 to 22 knots apparent. The bowsprit also allows the sail to perform closer to a dead run than if it is attached directly to the bow. Another option is the ATN "tacker" that fits around the furled jib. As with the bow attachment you can only do outside jibes.

Re: Asymmetrical Spinnaker and Whisker poles

feeds@yuku.com (Sandy Golden) — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 02:59:09 GMT

Steve,

Where exactly do you attach your bow block too and how. Thanks.

Sandy

Re: Asymmetrical Spinnaker and Whisker poles

feeds@yuku.com (do335) — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 20:17:53 GMT

Buddy, that's a big asymmetrical for a C42. Usually they are in the 1200sq ft range. Have you tried gybing it in 18kts apparent?
Sandy, a bowsprit and whisker pole aren't required to use a asymmetrical. I have my tack attached to a block on the bow in front of the forestay with the line running back to the cockpit to a cleat. You want to be able to adjust the tack from the cockpit while sailing. Some sailors run the tack line inside the pulpit, but I like it on the outside,...

Re: Asymmetrical Spinnaker and Whisker poles

feeds@yuku.com (buddym5586) — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 20:32:41 GMT

Sandy,
I have a North code 2 asymetrical on my boat. I added a Selden removable bowsprit to the boat and fly the spinnaker with an ATN sock when cruising. It is 1396 sq ft but can be raised and flown by one person. Double turning blocks were added behind the winches and a separate spinnaker halyard was added to a block attached to the crane on the mast cap. The bowsprit allows for inside jibes and we have used the chute up to 18 kts apparent with no problems. It is a really fun sail to...

Asymmetrical Spinnaker and Whisker poles

feeds@yuku.com (Sandy Golden) — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:53:32 GMT

Sorry Had trouble posting. I need info on rigging asymmetrical spinaker and whisker pole and any advice and tips. Thanks.