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Old 26-12-2024, 17:41   #1
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I just bought a new boat. This is in the anchor locker. Anybody know what the heck it is? I have theories, mostly weird ones....
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Asymmetrical spinnaker tacker - wraps around the furled jib and allows the tack to be raised up/down.
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Parrel Beads used as Capt.Don suggested, I also use a piece as shown in your photo on the head of my Asymmetrical.
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