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Technical article: [[File:Rig Tensioning and Tuning.pdf|thumb|Link]] <br><br> | Technical article: [[File:Rig Tensioning and Tuning.pdf|thumb|Link]] <br><br> | ||
I have also discussed the topic with circumnavigator, sailmaker, and rigger Jamie Gifford who as provided the following additional advice: | I have also discussed the topic with circumnavigator, sailmaker, and rigger Jamie Gifford who as provided the following additional advice:<br> | ||
1. Catamaran rig tuning - BIG tension in the diamonds stabilizes the rig | 1. Catamaran rig tuning - BIG tension in the diamonds stabilizes the rig <br> | ||
2. Shrouds and headstay are minimally tensioned and reduce shock loading - excessive tension can damage a catamaran bending it in half | 2. Shrouds and headstay are minimally tensioned and reduce shock loading - excessive tension can damage a catamaran bending it in half<br> | ||
3. Too much tension is the common mistake with catamaran rig tuning | 3. Too much tension is the common mistake with catamaran rig tuning<br> | ||
4. When on a close-hauled in 15+ knots of wind, the leeward shroud should get loose | 4. When on a close-hauled in 15+ knots of wind, the leeward shroud should get loose<br> | ||
Revision as of 12:47, 3 May 2026
Shane Grover, of Seawind, wrote a technical article in June of 2021 that outlines rig tensioning and tuning that is specific to Seawind catamarans.
Technical article: File:Rig Tensioning and Tuning.pdf
I have also discussed the topic with circumnavigator, sailmaker, and rigger Jamie Gifford who as provided the following additional advice:
1. Catamaran rig tuning - BIG tension in the diamonds stabilizes the rig
2. Shrouds and headstay are minimally tensioned and reduce shock loading - excessive tension can damage a catamaran bending it in half
3. Too much tension is the common mistake with catamaran rig tuning
4. When on a close-hauled in 15+ knots of wind, the leeward shroud should get loose
