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Old 08-27-2007
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The traveller makes a big difference in the effectiveness of your main. Rather than rehash a well-worked subject take a look at http://www.northsails.dk/UK/main.asp
Basically, move the traveller above centerline in light air to permit twist in the main, move to centerline as wind strength increases, then below center line to control weather helm as wind gets strong...
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