The Advantages Of Self-Tacking Jib Rigging!
While setting the self-tacking jib rigging, we should be aware of the benefits it serves. Depending upon the boat, every rig setup has its own advantages. Such as, Less Demanding Self-tacking jib demands less sailing experience from sailors. Because it does not require a sailor to release and pull a new jib sheet every time they tack. Cleaner Cockpit Since it can work with one sheet, it allows the sailor to keep the cockpit clear from several tripping hazards. In this way, the cockpit stays cleaner for under sail. What more, it allows the movement of people around the cockpit without having to tack and thereby free up the winch. Single-hand Use Self-tacking jib offers an overall relaxing experience for single-handed sailing. If you have a smaller non-overlapping headsail, your sail will experience lesser pressure. And hence the less wear and tear. This feature extends the life of a sail. We at R&W Rope provide you the best self-tacking rigging solutions. We also offer belay ...