Steve Murray
Inactive Member
Hello to all,
I would appreciate comments, advice, opinions on the pros and cons of manual vs. hydraulic backstay adjusters. This is our first year with our 35 III and we are just beginning to realize what a wonder sailing boat it is. We race for fun and because it forces one to do things one wouldn't normally do while cruising. Last Saturday, we took first in a distance race (non-spinnaker division) in 18-22 apparent and I think we could have beaten a few of the spinnaker flyers with less headstay sag.
I'm ready to buy an adjuster but nobody around here has a mechanical one. Is there something wrong with them?
Steve Murray
E 35 III 222
Charlottetown PEI
I would appreciate comments, advice, opinions on the pros and cons of manual vs. hydraulic backstay adjusters. This is our first year with our 35 III and we are just beginning to realize what a wonder sailing boat it is. We race for fun and because it forces one to do things one wouldn't normally do while cruising. Last Saturday, we took first in a distance race (non-spinnaker division) in 18-22 apparent and I think we could have beaten a few of the spinnaker flyers with less headstay sag.
I'm ready to buy an adjuster but nobody around here has a mechanical one. Is there something wrong with them?
Steve Murray
E 35 III 222
Charlottetown PEI