Regarding a backstay adjuster, it certainly helps to be able to twist the sail for that added ounce of speed. Having said that, it really depends on the type of sailing you prefer. If you decide to get one then definitely go hydraulic as I don't think you'll get much us from a manual. Of course if you are going to get a backstay adjuster then the corresponding forestay adjuster comes in handy.
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Jack Harris
6/5/2011 07:00:42 pm
Tartan designed the T34-2 to have mast bend from the babystay. I have considered a backstay adjuster but I am not convinced it will make a lot of difference and worth the cost of the adjuster and the rigging. Are there others with experience about this?
loretta Gorencic
7/18/2012 07:05:45 am
I own a 1966 Tartan T27. My hydralic backstay adjuster needs new seals. It's a Power packer made in Butler, Wi. Any idea where I can find a rebuild kit?
mark washeim
6/18/2014 07:58:58 pm
a backstay adjuster is one of the most valuable pieces of hardware you could own. it is not for just bending the mast. it also adjusts the headstay tension allowing you to make is softer for light air and firmer for heavy air. this is extremely important for optimum performance as headsails are designed with a predicted amount on headstay sag in mind. obviously it is rare to hit that spot without the ability to adjust it with tension. bending the mast with a babystay will make the headstay sag more which is counter productive. A backstay adjuster also allows you to rake your mast forward while sailing off the wind. this separates the sails (main from job or spinnaker) increasing the efficiency of the sailplan. Leave a Reply. |
AuthorJack Harris is the owner of "Temptation," a 1985 Tartan 34-2. Jack is a Professor of Sociology and an international consultant to local governments. He sails out of Prinyer's Cove, Picton, Ontario, Canada. ArchivesCategories
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