RS FEVA TIPS Want your mast to be stiffer and last longer? The

RS FEVA TIPS Want your mast to be stiffer and last longer? The Problem: The mast is in two pieces but we want it to behave as one. When the wind blows into the mainsail the mast will bend, and we want it to bend evenly along it’s length. The trouble is as the mast is in two piece that don’t fit perfectly together the mast doesn’t bend evenly. Also the small gaps allow water to get in easily and help capsize you on a windy day. The Solution: You need to pack the top section with something thin to fill the gap between the two. Parcel tape is perfect for this. Step 1: Clean the part of the top section that joins to the bottom section. Preferably wash it clean with acetone to ensure it’s salt and oil free. Step 2: Slowly and carefully wrap a layer of parcel tape around the top section join. Try to minimise any creases or bubbles and make sure you cover as much of the join as possible. Step 3: Fit the two sections together and try to move the top section inside the other. If there is still a fair bit of movement, remove it and add another layer. The top section I did, took 4 layers.

MAKING YOUR FEVA FASTER! Niall Myant – [email protected] 07763147182