The Pelican strike works just like the dolphin strike but in the reverse direction. If I attach the forestay to the center of the bow foil without the pelican strike system it will pull the foil up and back, bending the foil in half until it brakes. Some systems just have a foil going across and still attach to the bows with a bridle which does not allow you to lower the head sail attachment point. Hope this helps.

Carl
Saylor Specialties
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