Linnett Decksweeper Jib Bridle
I noticed this mod, developed by Bryan Linnett, at the Australian Nationals and thought it was worth sharing.
It improves the effectiveness of the jib by turning it into a decksweeper thus cleaning up the airflow (as seen on other dinghies) and also moves the jib forward which makes the Clew adjustment holes in the jib more useful (especially for the ST where the rear 2 holes are normally behind the track car). All it requires are 1m x 4mm Dyneema and a small soft shackle. There are more photos and full instructions on the WetaForum
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Paul, it makes sense that improves the self tacking jib performance. I have been shortening my strop for the forestay and found that greatly improved the jib's fit between its tack and the track. I'm not sure if WCNA's one design rules will allow Mr Linnett's alteration, but I'll investigate that.