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Old 03-05-2010
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Originally Posted by sailingdog View Post
Moving the jib sheet fairlead aft does flatten the bottom of the jib by tensioning the foot more. it also allows the leech to open and twist, allowing wind to blow off the top of the sail... both of these work together to depower the jib.
Is twist useful in this case because in heavier winds, the gradient effect is less?
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