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Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting

12-08-2015, 05:58

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Is a shackle OK to attach jib tack to forestay?

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Posted By Snowpetrel

Re: Is a shackle OK to attach jib tack to forestay?

Any chafe is going to be minimal. The sail isn't loaded all the time. The shackle has a large bearing surface, and stainless is pretty chafe resistant. If you are worried or you are sailing non stop...

Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting

12-08-2015, 00:02

Replies: 24

Is a shackle OK to attach jib tack to forestay?

Views: 8,870

Posted By Snowpetrel

Re: Is a shackle OK to attach jib tack to forestay?

I've used a shackle like this many times. Never seen any unusual wear. A bigger worry is unfairly loading the swage If it's bending the wire at very close to the swage, and fatigue.

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