Asym on Commander or Ariel

[Bob Muggleston]

What are you attaching the tack to? I'm actually considering converting the boom of a Laser to a makeshift bowsprit, but thought there must be much more clever ideas out there, already in use.

[roythomas]

I attach the tack to the same clip I attach the jib tack to. I use an 18" painter? to raise it off the deck and a clip at the tack to keep it on the headstay. Works like a champ. I should have it recut but have heard it compromises the design strength so leave it alone.

[Bob Muggleston]

Thanks, Roy -- just the info. I was looking for. I've got an old J/24 chute that would probably work just fine until I can locate the real thing. Definitely going to try that set-up.

[roythomas]

My chute came from an O'day 27. Found it on craigslist a few years ago. Butt ugly color scheme but it is in good shape so I use it.