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Marking jib sheets

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Topic: Marking jib sheets

Posted By: Captain Morgan
Subject: Marking jib sheets
Date Posted: 14 Apr 09 at 12:40pm

I have no idea whether this is possible or not, but does anyone know of any way to suitably (permanently) mark jib sheets, e.g. draw a line around or at least make some sort of mark so that the position of the sheet in a deck cleat is repeatable?

I'm sure that I've seen something for halyards (rather than using permanent marker on the mast or deck), but I could be wrong.

Any ideas?

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Posted By: alstorer
Date Posted: 14 Apr 09 at 12:49pm

Stich in some thread of a contrasting colour. Sorted.Could then use some sort of vinyl or marker pen (if your sheet runs between turning blocks) on the deck to measure position.

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Posted By: timnoyce
Date Posted: 14 Apr 09 at 1:06pm

We normally stitch in some lines of thread, different colours for different rig settings. Works well and doesn't rub off. I tried the permanent marker, but a combination of sea, sun and cleats means its not so permanent!

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Posted By: Captain Morgan
Date Posted: 15 Apr 09 at 1:07pm

Cheers for the advice - looks like I need a needle and thread then! Trouble is that I can't even sew on a button! (I'm more Gripfill/staple gun than needle/thread.)

It'll be messy, but it will work (and it certainly won't be very pimp).