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transient
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Topic: RS200 Continuous Kicker and what else? Posted: 10 Jun 13 at 7:13pm |
Here's the bit that may prohibit this mod: 4.4 No additions, alterations or repairs may be made to the “RS One Design” unless specifically authorised by individual class appendix. I haven't checked the 200 appendix so it may mention in there that it's OK, if not, it aint I guess. |
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jaydub
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 10 Jun 13 at 7:17pm |
I believe you either have to use plastic or stainless steel rings attached to the grabrails with thin line.
A bit archaic, but that is what you get with the kicker conversion kit from LDC.
As I say, I can't see anything in the rule that specifically says you can't do what you have done.
However, why would everybody use rings if blocks are allowed?
Hopefully, somebody more knowledgeable than me will be along in a minute .........
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craiggo
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 10 Jun 13 at 8:45pm |
You'd need to check with the class rules rep. but I imagine that most probably use rings etc because the continuous loop isnt under load and therefore doesn't require the bearings in a block to let it run. In other words your fix is an expensive way to do it.
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Ian29937
Far too distracted from work Joined: 25 May 05 Online Status: Offline Posts: 409 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 10 Jun 13 at 9:51pm |
RS200 rules - "1.3.20 The order of reeving and the termination of control lines is optional the lines may be lead to
handles, bushes, eyes or small stowage bags, simple elastic take-ups are permitted provided they are incorporated under the thwart moulding" I think you're in trouble! Ian |
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CoastWaterSports
Newbie Joined: 28 Mar 13 Location: Lyme Regis Online Status: Offline Posts: 19 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 10 Jun 13 at 10:24pm |
lol, do you think I'll get locked up
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CoastWaterSports
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 10 Jun 13 at 10:38pm |
It doesnt say that they can lead to rings either, which are what is supplied by LDC. with their off the shelf system. Surely a block is a glorified ring anyway, but you're right, it isn't an eye or a bush or a handle. Anyway, its a nice solution, my son, who I bought the boat to sail with, is only 5 so i won't be going to any open meetings or nationals in the foreseeable future, and when i do, if someone who hasnt got anything better to do wants to make a fuss about it then i'll swap them over for some 'rings' for that event. I know rules are rules, but if I was adding a few inches to the height of the mast or adding extra purchase to the rig or something that mattered then fair enough, but all i'm adding is a couple of blocks, which are extra weight, and all they do is route the loose ends of some controls around a corner :) Sorry, rant over Edited by CoastWaterSports - 10 Jun 13 at 10:41pm |
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Ian29937
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 10 Jun 13 at 10:39pm |
No, I think it's corporal!
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CoastWaterSports
Newbie Joined: 28 Mar 13 Location: Lyme Regis Online Status: Offline Posts: 19 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 10 Jun 13 at 10:40pm |
oh sh*t, I'm off down the dinghy park now
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MattK
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 10 Jun 13 at 11:01pm |
If there is no advantage why did you do it?
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CoastWaterSports
Newbie Joined: 28 Mar 13 Location: Lyme Regis Online Status: Offline Posts: 19 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 11 Jun 13 at 8:04am |
it looks tidy
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