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    Easier mainsail trim

    Mar 17, 2022 2 minutes

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    To get the best from your boat you need to set up the rig correctly and then tweak it as the voyage progresses and conditions change. Mainsail controls are essential, such as clew outhaul, Cunningham, kicking strap and halyard, but I find the adjustable

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