Rig Tuning

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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