Get rigging and sail tuning tips from Bruce Peterson
Rigging 101 - High performance Sail Tuning DVD
Sailworks is pleased to announce the release of a sail rigging and tuning DVD.
At 28 minutes in length, Rigging 101 reviews in detail the concepts of sail rigging and tuning with personal tips and insights from Sailworks designer Bruce Peterson.
The focus of the video tuning seminar is a Retro 6.5 sail, but the underlying tuning concepts are applicable to all sails.
Bonus footage of Dale Cook shredding The Wall on a 4.0 day is also included. Check it out!
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Correctly lacing the downhaul line through the mastbase and sail pulleys is important to reduce friction. This makes the downhaul easier to pull so its easier to make controlled adjustments to the sail tuning. Here's a short clip showing how to feed the downhaul line through the pulleys for both aligned and opposed pulley systems for the most efficient and friction-free purchase.