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Has anyone experimented with the halyard anchor points. The mast section above the halyard anchor point is subject to twice the compresssive force of that below it.
That is, if the halyard is anchored lower on the mast, the section above it will flex more and be more sensitive to gusts (light crew). If a halyard is hooked up top or a hook used, heavy crew. Could be a quick tuning tool.
Seems the silly class rules need to close this loop hole too, so only the average man can win.