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by falseicon
September 9th, 2013, 5:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SC17 Sailing Upwind
Replies: 2
Views: 4151

Re: SC17 Sailing Upwind

Well I have to say, this really worked like a charm. We'd been trapping-out leeward as you describe, but pushing well past the crossbar worked wonders ... weather permitting of course. Curious, we've always been slow to tack, for what I'd assume are similar reasons. if we timed it right and I/crew s...
by falseicon
September 9th, 2013, 5:24 pm
Forum: Technical Forum
Topic: Weather Helm (Starboard Tack)
Replies: 2
Views: 5421

Weather Helm (Starboard Tack)

Since I've had the boat on the water (bought this year) I've always noticed a bit of Weather Helm on a Starboard Tack (Port Tack has no issues at all, completely hands off). Lately, and especially yesterday when it was howling on the ocean, the effect has gotten more severe and I have to fight a fai...
by falseicon
September 2nd, 2013, 6:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SC17 Sailing Upwind
Replies: 2
Views: 4151

SC17 Sailing Upwind

I realize our ability to point is limited by several factors, but am looking for tips, either tuning or approach, on how to sail this boat more sharply upwind when necessary. While not an issue out in the bay/ocean, we're often faced with an offshore when heading in, and a local features of the area...
by falseicon
July 8th, 2013, 8:49 am
Forum: Technical Forum
Topic: SC 17 Jib Options
Replies: 1
Views: 3261

SC 17 Jib Options

Jib I'm running currently is on its way out and I'm looking for a quick replacement to get me through the season (will be upgrading once the winter rolls around). Of course would prefer to go with a SC-17 match, but barring success in the Classifieds, anyone have thoughts on alternatives from Hobie/...