Originally Posted by Timbo
Speaking of Hobie Waves, my neighbor bought a used one and she asked me to set it up for her, she has zero sailing knowledge. I put the mast up for her and explained a few things like the downhaul, traveler, etc. but how much rig tension should the Wave have under "Normal" (non racing) conditions?

I just snugged it up so the mast wouldn't flop around in a storm while sitting on her beach, but I could make the rig tighter, does it need to be tight or is Snug good enough?


Actually, I think the Wave is sailed with the rig sloppy loose.


Jake Kohl