Batten Tension

[PaulB_old]

I'm having to replace the batten end caps on my Hyde sail so just wanted to check how much tension people put on the sail battens.

Thanks

Paul

[marky1006_old]

hi newbie member .I read your post and have a similar question .I have creases/ puckerd sail at the leach on several battons how much tension is too much .? cheers Marky

[Steve 705_old]

I would just apply gentle pressure until you have a slight curve. There is nothing scientific about it.

However the top 2 need a bit more, but don't over do it or they won't pop when you tack in lighter winds.

Steve 705

[marky1006_old]

thanks for quick reply will try that .cheers Marky

[Dark Harris_old]

Hi Paul I'm new to the supernova but been in a few other classes and the basics are the same. As Steve says the top two will make the most difference but if they are a bit tight and the wind drops a quick yank on the cunningham will make the top ones pop. It might be worth looking on the Ullmans sails website and typing in 'full length battens' there is a really good bit of info all about what batten tension does. The tension in the lower ones moves the curve in the sail forward and back which will affect power so if you are only small (like me) then don't copy someone who is 6' and 14 stone! Good luck and don't keep playing with it, much more important to watch the shifts.

[PaulB_old]

Thanks for the replies guys, I'll have to have a read of the info on the Ullmans site