.-
~ ~
... ~-~~ ""a" '"
'"~J¥a '"
~J¥ -
I
\
\
\ "~ FIGURE 46
Mainsheet tension is held by pulling the mainsheet
at an upward angle, which sets the line between the
camjaws.
~
FIGURE 45
Run the free end of the mainsheet through the cam
cleat the traveler car, and the dead
eye behind the cam cleat. Tie a figure eight knot to
secure the line.
FIGURE 47
A quick, downward snap on the line will free it from
the cam cleat, releasing tension. The traveler control
works identically, but in the opposite direction.
Before sailing, practice this until you are proficient.
17