Jib sheeting point is something I have been thinking about too. My jib sheets go to snatch blocks along the toe rail -- Jenny way back, working way forward by cabin window. For the working jib, that point always seemed to be a little too far outboard -- perhaps an optical illusion when viewing the jib from the cockpit. Used to have a Thistle (#66 BTW). Thistle sailors frequently use what they called a "barber hauler" to bring the jib sheeting point farther inboard. Thistles used them mostly during racing when working to weather. The barber hauler -- a short line or small block and tackle device -- could be attached to the cabin top just inboard of the jib clew position when sheeted tight. When pointing hard to windward, the free end of the barber hauler can be attached to the jib clew and tighted to bring the clew farther inboard and improve windward performance, at least in heavier winds. Using one in light wind is apt to flatten the sail too much and strangle the slot effect. You guys probably already knew about barber haulers and don't use them for good reasons. Forget I mentioned it if that is the case. Tom Smith <openboatt@gmail.com> wrote: I see what you're saying. A two block setup works--didn't think of that. Think that should be on a short track? Prolly should email the guru. Thanks Gary. t _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats --------------------------------- Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.