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Steve
 
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Default Triple Fiddle with becket (where)??

I need to increase the purchase on my main sheet, so I don't have to go to a
winch when trimming.

I designed my mainsheet around a diagram and picture in Sail Power, however
I have never been able to locate triple fiddle as there is illustrated in
Sail Power.. (I think it is a Meriman). The book is on the boat right now.

I have tried using a traditional (side-by-side) triple but in light air the
block tumbles and the lines cross and jam in the other sheaves/lines.

I have been working with Garhauer, looking for a solution but it looks like
I may have to go with a custom block ( made from their double fiddle
w/becket).

BTW. What I need must take a 1/2" sheet.

I know they have existed at sometime since I have a picture in Sail Power
(or maybe it is in one of Henderson's books)..

Anyone have one laying around??

Steve
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