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SVN Solovelanet Global
Here
aside, the
deck of the
Sun Odys-
sey 410,
a model
where the
tracks of
the jib she-
et traveller
have been
replaced
with a
barber
adjustable
from the
side and
in height.
Below, the
same boat
photo-
graphed
by a drone
while
sailing
Disadvantages
There are basically three disadvantages.
Adjustment: The more adjustment possibilities
you have, the harder it is to find the correct po-
sition for the sheet clew. Even though this is an
advantage for racers, it may become a disadvanta-
ge for cruise boaters.
Maintenance: After some years, the small-dia-
meter lines may break, as threading them involves
some friction which will cause wear. If they break
under a strong wind, it may be dangerous.
Danger: If the sail flaps, the barber hauler's sheet
fairlead ring will start slamming onto the deck, cau-
sing possible damage and risks to people nearby.
Costs
Equipping a boat with a barber hauler or a twea-
ker as an after-sale accessory is not too expensi-
ve. The sheet fairlead may cost around 15 Euros
and the tuning line, depending on the diameter,
may cost a few Euros per metre, and if we want to
add a tuning tackle and a pair of leading blocks the
cost increases, but remains reasonable. Let's say,
for example, that 100 Euros is enough to make two
basic tweakers.
