Mark, I've attached a picture on the tiller end and the entire setup. This is my fourth system and is the best system by far. The tiller length from the front of the cassette to the very tip should be 36". The tiller extensions in the picture are centered at 4 1/2" aft but 5 1/2" would be considerably better and will still not interfere with tacking and gybing. Notice where the tiller extensions come to rest on the deck step naturally. Try to duplicate that position. Notice where the shock cord comes out the bottom of the tiller and the knots. As the shock cord relaxed the second knot was easily put in the system while on the water--very simple. Notice that the tiller extensions have shrink sleeve all the way down. Very important--without it you will make Swift sailing much more difficult (I won't want to sail your boat--a good way to keep me out). For everyone, please come to Fort DeSoto with knee/shin pads (SixSixOne veggies work) that fit under your farmer john wetsuit. Please also make sure that you have good skiff footwear (either the O'neil or the teva shown will work). Don't forget a good life jacket and trap harness (will be testing the magic marine harness next week). Please don't hesitate to ask questions if you're not sure about anything. Things are a bit crazy, so if I don't answer, ask me again (it is not intentional that I didn't answer) Bram
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