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Sea Sure 2025

How to have a snag free gybe

by Jess Walton, Rooster Sailing 29 Aug 2006 10:39 BST
RS800 Spinnaker sheet clew loop – prevents sheets catching on forestay © Rooster Sailing

If it’s expert rope work you are after - Rooster Sailing hits the spot. With rope “guru” Ben McGrane in the Rooster Team - you will find expert advice and equipment to satisfy any sailor. Ben has brought his pro sailor 49er experience to Rooster so you too can experience a perfect ‘snag free gybe’. Ben is working to develop rooster’s pro rope service for all classes – starting with the RS800. He will be at the Nationals next week with his boat fully “pimped”.

Rope splicing from Rooster Sailing

Even if you don’t sail an RS800 a bespoke splicing service is available to accommodate your specific requirements. So if you’re after tapered sheets, travelers, halyards etc please contact us directly via email or telephone to discuss your sheet splicing needs.

RS800 Nationals

Ben will be at the RS800 Nationals next week with the Rooster Van - so take a look at the Rooster Sailing prepared RS800 and see what a difference we can make to your sailing performance. The van is also fully stocked with chandlery and clothing so call by and say hello!

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