I'm not going to use it either.
It is probably a good solution if you sail in a deep water location. My boat is
launched and retrieved from a concrete ramp. In Summer the normal approach to
this ramp is dead downwind with 15-20 knots pushing you onto it. In these
situations it is critical to be able to pull the foils up easily and fast.
Traditional carpet/felt will allow me to do this spartite won't
Steve
Check out my Swift Solo build progress on
www.aussieswift.livesaildie.com
----- Original Message ----
From: Dave Lindsey <lindsey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: Swiftsolo <swiftsolo@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, 27 June, 2007 4:32:09 PM
Subject: Spartight blues
Notice to all Swift builders
Don't even consider using Spartight on your boat if you are currently
building. This is my opinion.
I damaged my CB insert block at the bottom of the trunk tonight in an
effort to get the insert block off the CB. I think I can repair it. The
rudder cassette is another matter. I will have to cut open the back edge of
the cassette to get the rudder out.
All this bullshit will cost me time and effort at a point I can ill
afford it.
If you worked hard to get a good fit between parts, don't use Spartight.
My only hope is this save someone from experiencing the immense frustration
I am experiencing now.
David Lindsey
CAN 046
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