tieing the boom will not prevent a jibe, It will only prevent the boom
coming over.
Have you ever thought about what happens in windy conditions if a jibe
occurs and the main is on the wrong side because of the preventer?
It is not a good thing.

The boommaster should be considered, it makes the sail come over slowly if I
understand it correct.


"Jeff" wrote in message
...
A friend was telling me about a product review in 48 Degrees North magazine
about a device to prevent accidental jibes. Something called shockles. Found
their website, www.shockles.com. Anybody have any experience with these?
Look like they might work? Thanks.


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