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by T Olsen
Thu Aug 28, 2008 3:56 pm
Forum: Repair, parts and maintenance.
Topic: Headfoil 2
Replies: 1
Views: 2209

Headfoil 2

I need to purchase my 3rd extrusion from Headfoil 2 in Lake City, MN but both the phone numbers on their web site are out of service. Does anyone know if they are still in business or have sold to another company? I just need the PVC extrusion, not the feeder and tubes.
by T Olsen
Mon Aug 18, 2008 11:14 pm
Forum: Racing / Tuning & Rigging Tips and Tricks
Topic: Cascade Backstay - When & how much?
Replies: 8
Views: 6818

Installing the cascading backstay will bring you the same joy as going from a manual opening garage door to an automotic, remote lift. And there will be a lot less colorfull mephafors when you jibe in light air. Upwind you need to adjust the backstay tension according to forestay sag but the best ad...
by T Olsen
Mon Aug 18, 2008 10:53 pm
Forum: Racing / Tuning & Rigging Tips and Tricks
Topic: Traveler line and jib sheets
Replies: 15
Views: 11121

We have raced the boat very competetively for a long time and in my opinion, Samson 3/8" XLS Extra is the most bang for the buck for jib sheets. A bit slippery until you get it broken in but after that it is really good. Our grinder is Mongo and he still prefers a 3/8" line over 5/16"...