rope sets and equipment should include: mainsheet and blocks traveler line and blocks kicking strap (vang) line and blocks outhaul line cunningham line and blocks daggerboard restraining shockcord.Ģ Make sure the boom is the right way around, with the gooseneck fitting at the front where it attaches to the mast and mainsheet fitting at the back.Ĥ The mainsheet is led aft from a ratchet block in the center of the cockpit to two blocks at the transom, connecting the outer end of the boom to the traveler line across the back of the boat. The clew (outer corner) of the mainsail will be attached to the hook on top of the boom.ģ The outhaul line is led down to a turning block on the deck and back through a jamming cleat by the cockpit. It can be loosened to allow a fuller sail shape when sailing downwind. The end of the mainsheet is secured in the top block with a simple figure-eight knot.įace the boat h ead to wind before rigging the sails. Rig with the bow of the dinghy facing into the wind. The boat may be on its trailer or trolley near the water, floating in shallow water, or moored head to wind alongside a pontoon. Assemble the mast by slotting the two sections firmly together.

Clew outhaul shock cord pico