Pearson Boats - Common Systems > Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning
what whisker pole to get?
Captain Bri:
Took a closer look at Seldén and found one of the best rigging guides I have seen for all things "standing". I attached a copy of their whisker pole specs.
The Selden Telescopic pole seems more affordable from Layline. It appears that Art No. 072-072-61 would be appropriate for the P323. The optimal length is based on your Genoa foot length. Of course you would want to confirm with the dealer/manufacturer. Here is what I calculated in feet (rounded):
* 2.8" dia OD
* 9.68' minimum length
* 13.78' length for heavy air conditions
* 17.22' length for light air conditions
Another thought for downwind performance with the mainsail -- vang tension will keep the boom from lifting up, which loses power due to twist. Trim vang to keep top batten parallel to the boom.
--- Quote from: selene on February 08, 2018, 02:27:45 PM ---And please share your secrets on windward legs. I always get savaged! Unless it is a bit choppy, those J boats are very light :-)
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Its all about VMG (but chop can help even things out). Short list:
* Start on time at full speed
* Stay in clear air
* Sail in phase (with the shifts)
* Sail mostly on the lifted tack (tack on headers)
--- Quote from: selene on February 08, 2018, 02:27:45 PM ---Keep your eye on Craig's List - it is amazing what comes up there.
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Yes it is. Just this week I picked up a free Laser with two virtually new racing sails. It is missing the mast but it gives me new sails and two hulls to see which is faster.
Fair Sails!
edithcollins:
No vang yet either. PO was very much a cruiser, which is fine, but we do race.
Captain Bri:
A vang is a necessary upgrade, my boat did not have one either.
Just wanted to show the Forespar pole too. I have been considering mounting the pole on the mast as demonstrated on their Website.
Captain Bri:
Sorry to beat to windward, but I love this stuff...
If you are lucky enough to have a nice Gennaker or Asymmetrical there is a bowsprit kit that would attach nicely to our anchor platform. You would sail faster but not as deep - it takes a while to get used to the angles as more gybes are required. It is possible to do wing-on-wing but could be a little tricky as it may require a pole to hold her steady. Seldén Bowprit Kit - Art No. 075-075-70
edithcollins:
cool,
That would knock me out of our "cruising fleet" for sure! It would be very fun though!
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