Rigging and Sails

The masts are made of aluminum, with stainless steel fittings and stainless steel standing rigging and halyards.

The sails are of high-class terylene.

In normal use, the following points should be kept in mind:

• UV rays may damage sails exposed to strong sunshine. Use boom covers, but remember to dry the sails as soon as possible when damp.

Battens

The main and mizzen sails have battens. Insert the battens into their pockets on the sail edges, thin end first. Long ones in the middle, short ones above and below.

When storing the sails gathered on the boom, the battens can be left in their pockets, but remove them when stowing the sails into their bags.

Dry Damp Sails!

All the sails have their own named bag. To avoid confusion, use the right bag. Avoid storing damp sails in their bags. Dry as soon as possible, e.g., by hoisting the sail loosely, upside down.

You will find more details on the use and maintenance of rigging and sails in the respective chapters.