Dear all,
We currently have our outhaul tied off to the end of the boom. This makes it difficult and potentially highly entertaining when attempting to adjust it while sailing, and if left tight, will result in the sail becoming stretched along its foot.
Whilst reading an article about getting the best out of a gaff rig, I notice that outhauls are important to Shrimper sailors, which got me wondering about what any of you do out there.
I'm considering a low-tech solution of a 4:1 purchase using a set of 2 double blocks with the string running along the boom to its bow end. Does 4:1 sound about right?
Cheers,
Adrian & Roger.
"Meisje"