Helm
If possible get the boat to sail as deep
as possible while still on the wire. This makes the hoist
a lot easier for the crew. The spinnaker is then hidden
behind the mainsail so it doesn’t load up or flap.
Keep the boat steady so the crew doesn’t
lose balance as they hoist.
Crew
Grab the kite halyard and start the hoist.
Plant your feet wide and either side of the boat. This helps
with balance and puts you in a good position to rip the
kite halyard up.
Use a large hand over hand movement. Try
not to twist the rope as you let go so as to avoid knots.
Make sure you pull the rope smoothly but fast.
A top tip is to use yellow builders’
glass-carrying gloves which help with grip.
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