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User Guide Blacktip Team Carbon

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Rigging

1

Unroll your sail on a surface which can’t damage your sail.

2

Set your boom and extension to the length indicated on the sail.

Note — The mast and boom specs printed on your sail are only an indication and may vary depending on what brand mast and boom you are using.
3

Carefully slide the mast up the mast sleeve.

4

Make sure that your mast ferrule is clean and free from sand. Join the mast and check that the mast is properly joined together.

Note — A mast which breaks due to a gap between the mast parts is not covered by Simmer Style warranty.
5

If there is an adjustable head, set it to the shortest possible setting. If you are using a longer mast than specified, adjust the adjustable head cap accordingly.

6

Downhaul the sail to the recommended luff length, making sure your leech is loose as described in the diagram below. Make sure that the tack pulley is within 2-3 cm of the downhaul cleat.

Tip — Apply less downhaul to larger sail sizes.
7

Attach the boom to desired height. A good starting point is shoulder height when you are standing next to sail.

Tip — A higher boom position generates more power and a lower boom position gives you more control.
8

Thread your outhaul and tension to prescribed length. This should be about 2-4 cm of positive tension from the neutral position.

Tip — A higher boom position requires more outhaul than a lower boom position. If you have your boom towards the top of the sleeve cut-out you need to add approximately 2.5 cm from the neutral outhaul setting. If you ride with your boom towards the bottom of the sleeve cut-out you need to decrease your outhaul with approximately 2.5 cm from the neutral setting.
9

Finally, tension all battens until the vertical wrinkles through the batten pockets disappear.

Tip — Proper batten tension is crucial for high-end performance. It is important not to over-tension the battens. An over-tightened batten will ”S” bend, negatively effecting performance.
1 Downhaul
2 Outhaul
3 Mast join
4 Batten rotation
5 Boom height
6 Batten tension

Before You Hit The Water

1. Downhaul

When the Blacktip is correctly downhauled, the leach should be loose approximately 5 cm into the sail body between the top batten and the second batten from the top. If the sail is overpowered, you can add 1 cm to the downhaul. If you add too much downhaul, the sail will become unstable.

2. Outhaul

The outhaul is a personal preference. Some riders like that Blacktip with 1-2 cm less than indicated. It is ok if the clew panel is touching the boom clips when the sail fills up the sail. If the wind picks up, add some outline to depower the sail.

3. Mast Join

Make sure that your mast ferrule is clean and free from sand. Join the mast and check that the mast is properly joined together. Note! A mast which breaks due to a gap between the mast parts is not covered by Simmer Style warranty.

4. Batten Rotation

Batten #3 from the top should be rotated 50% of the mast diameter. If it is behind ( into the sail body ) reduce the downhaul and outhaul. If it sticks in front of the mast, increase the downhaul and outhaul.

5. Boom Height

A good starting point is shoulder height when standing next to the sail. A lower boom will give you more control and depower the sail. A higher boom will increase the power. The boom height is very personal. A higher boom position requires more outhaul than a lower boom position. If you have your boom towards the top of the sleeve cut-out, you need to add approximately 2.5 cm from the neutral outhaul setting. If you ride with your boom towards the bottom of the sleeve cut-out, you must decrease your outhaul by approximately 2.5 cm from the neutral setting.

6. Batten Tension

Finally, tension all battens until all vertical wrinkles through the batten pockets disappear. Proper batten tension is crucial for high-end performance. It is important not to over-tension the battens. An over-tightened batten will ”S” bend, negatively effecting performance. The top two battens only require neutral batten tension.

Specifications

fixedluffboommastmain windowrec mastpro performance masttopbattensweight (kg)
3.4343141340monoSX10 RDMSX10 Team RDMadjustable42.4
3.7353143340monoSX10 RDMSX10 Team RDMadjustable42.5
4.0365147340monoSX10 RDMSX10 Team RDMadjustable42.6
4.2373148370monoSX10 RDMSX10 Team RDMfixed42.7
4.5385155370monoSX10 RDMSX10 Team RDMfixed42.8
4.7393157370monoSX10 RDMSX10 Team RDMfixed42.9
5.0407161400monoSX10 RDMSX10 Team RDMfixed43.0
5.3417164400monoSX10 RDMSX10 Team RDMfixed43.1
5.6433170430monoSX10 RDMSX10 Team RDMfixed43.2

Safety & Warranty

Warranty. Simmer Style sails and accessories are guaranteed against manufacturing and material defects according to regulations in the country where they were purchased. The guarantee is only valid when the problem originates from recreational sailing on water. Normal wear and tear is not guaranteed. Check exact terms with your local dealer or online shop.
Warning. Windsurfing can be dangerous. Equipment can break and difficult conditions can develop quickly. Always sail with others and take appropriate precautions. Carbon masts are electrically conductive - do not go sailing in lightning storms or near power lines. Always check the weather forecast before you go sailing.
Disclaimer of liability. Simmer Style and its distributors have no control over how any Simmer Style products are used or if the correct safety precautions are taken. Therefore Simmer Style and its distributors assume no responsibility, and shall have no liability for any loss or injury caused, in whole or in part, by its actions, omissions or negligence, or for any contingencies beyond its control in procuring, compiling or delivering any information.

Maintenance

  • Do not use abrasives, harsh chemicals or solvents to clean your sail.
  • Avoid sharp and abrasive surfaces.
  • Stop using your sail in case of puncture. In an emergency, temporarily repair with thick, non-stretch tape.
  • Do not leave exposed to UV light for extended periods - films degrade rapidly.
  • Rinse the film free from salt and sand with fresh water after use and leave to dry before storage.