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Mast Development & Rig Tuning

The Chief Measurer's Column

The Chief Measurer discusses problems with standard halyard sheaves on the mast that can cause damage and jamming. He proposes that a larger sheave diameter extending properly into the groove would solve these issues while remaining compliant with class rules.

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  • George Devlin
  • Chief Measurer
  • halyard sheave
  • mast
  • technical
  • measurements