Cirrus Icon Development

Should a lightweight crew go for 1:1 or 2:1 jib sheeting, I've no idea I'm only used to a Finn mainsheet? Thanks, Mike

As Peaky says Icon is default to 1:1 on jib-sheets but the Harken tracks carry a 40mm ratchet each side.  The rules will allow you 2:1 if needed / wanted but we advise all to use the default set-up first.

On the mainsheet side - you can be either 2:1 (default) but also  1:1 if you prefer.  The mainsheet system employed is 'free' under the rules - so you can go 'Rear sheet - off the boom' (Default), traditional centre-main or 'rear sheet - off floor' (bit like the laser set-up).  Lastly if you cannot adapt from your very traditional rear-sheet (like old Ents) you can go that way as well.  As ever we do encourage all to try the default set-up first ... it is optimal in our opinion.  

Mike L.


Edited by blaze720 - 26 Jul 12 at 10:23am

I have borrowed a prototype, new one arriving next month, many thanks Mike. We rigged her on Monday, but wet and big gusty wind so retired for bacon sandwiches. Saturday is the first outing, she looks terrific, I am sat behind my desk and I want to be out there instead, it's not good being a small boy disguised as a middle aged, 'responsible' bloke. Report to follow.

Thanks, I very much hope GBR16 has been launch, tested, toasted (with brandy and babycham, drink of heros) and is match fit before the Forumites meet where she is due to meet her public, Hello will no doubt do a photo shoot. I will report on 03/16 on Monday, only one sleep before we sail her! The Finn is looking lonely and forlorn under my office as I write, may be she feels safe with the transfer window closing?

So come on, any chance of havong a go in an Icon at the Forumite regatta?  I have followed this thread from the start and it seems only right to give it a try??

Hi Ruscoe

Sure something can be arranged ... but its looking as if there might be a bit of a list developing !  I'll see if we can get a 'spare' available as well ...

Mike L.