Main Sheet replacement?

[Shepherd]

Anyone happen to know the specs for the mainsheet on the CP-16? Mine's an '81 modle, if that makes a difference.  Line type, diameter and length would be great - that info doesn't seem to be in the manual Huchings sold me :-(
Thanks - Keith

[idouglas]

Keith:

I do not have the specs but you can buy a CP16 mainsheet directly from Hutchins for $21.88.  It's part number MR00R0310.  Contact Hutch at 727-443-4408, fax 727-443-1088, email: info@com-pacyaughts.com.

I like to support Gerry Hutchins when I can since he makes such a great line of boats.

idouglas

[DOUG142]

Your email address might be wrong....try info@com-pacyachts.com

Just helping.
Smile
Doug

[DOUG142]

Hi.
Your main sheet size is 1/4 and length is 35. 

Spring comes soon.
Smile
Doug

[idouglas]

Doug:

Right you are.  My mistake/typo.  It's info@com-pacyachts.com

idouglas

[kenz]

I've used 5/16", a little larger than recommended with no ill effects. The larger size gives you the little extra "grab & feel". I also use this on my halyards, as well. Just my $.02.

[multimedia_smith]

I did a post on the subject a while back... and still maintain the BZZZ line is just GREAT!

Here's the link to the post:
http://com-pacowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=1025.0

and here's a copy.... you can find a lot in the "Archives"...

All the best...
Dale

recently took some time to investigate a new mainsheet line... I was surprised to learn that there was so much to learn...  After doing a lot of research I had an outfit send me various samples (it's all well and good to read about them, but it helps to get the feel). 

I wound up getting the 8mm (5/16) "BUZZ Line" from New England rope (spelled BZZZ).  I was concerned about getting the larger diameter, but the BZZZ flies through the blocks and easily sheets out the main even in light air.  I bought it from the outfit that sent me the samples... but y'all can get it cheaper here... if you're interested:
http://stores. ebay.com/ Milwaukee- Rigging

Here's another great link:

http://stores. ebay.com/ Discount- Rope-and- Line

I bought some Samson Ultra light 3/8 to replace my halyards from the Discount Rope Store... it doesn't absorb water and is super light and strong... (they had a 100' piece for $27 so that's really cheap) They have the BZZZ 8mm for $.47 per foot (well below market)

I made the mistake of buying a bunch of stay set for everything (all sheets) and wanted to get a main sheet in a different color than the foresail sheets... (there was always this mass of blue lines in the cockpit).

Really happy with the new line... soft on the hand... doesn't tangle... sheets out well...
A noticeable difference for very little money... gotta love sailboats!

Enjoy
Dale

Here's a review by Jim Young,
http://www.jimyoung sailing.com/ g_rnl.htm# sheets
Some recommendations: (Prices are a bit better than per foot on most of these because I make them in batches ahead of time for many dinghies, not per order.)
~ Catamarans, use 8mm Bzzz for boats up through 18'', and for larger boats, 20ft+, use 9.5mm Salsa. (These are smaller diameters than most cat sailors think of as normal, but they really grip easily, in both the hands and the cleat, and its truly wonderful have a mainsheet line that plays out so easily when its time to sheet out.) You need to custom-order your own length, which varies not only from boat to boat, but with individual mast rake as well.

Are you looking for the perfect dinghy sheet? Single braid construction makes Bzzz Line kink-free, while the unique combination of filament and spun polyester with multi-filament polypropylene makes it soft on the hand, lightweight, and buoyant. Unlike other single braids that flatten out after time or squish too much in cleats, Bzzz Line retains its round shape, allowing for better grip and ease of cleating. In addition to dinghy sheets, Bzzz Line works well on larger boats for traveler control lines and mainsheet fine-tunes.
Buy with confidence! This is brand new New England Ropes pn 1696-08, 8mm , White with  Yellow Flecks ( see image ) - heat whipped on both ends. At Milwaukee Rigging, we always tell you the make and model number of the rope we use, so you know exactly what you're getting! If you are not sure, email us to ask for a sample.
Detailed technical info on Bzzz Line:  New England Ropes Bzzz™ Line 

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Summary: One length, 8mm Bzzz Line by New England Ropes - Specify Quantity as length in feet.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Shipping: Calculations for shipping are made as thus: $5.00 for the first foot, and 0.03 per foot thereafter. Example: 100 ft purchase would be $5.00 plus (99 x 0.03) 2.97 = $7.97. We discount shipping for multiple items.
See our other listings, or email me and I will post other lengths, diameter or color of Salsa Line. Milwaukee Rigging can also provide custom length halyards with eyesplice and shackle for spinnaker, headsail and mainsail halyards, as well as topping lifts. Check out our Milwaukee Rigging Ebay store

  •  Milwaukee Rigging LLC - Running Rigging Specialists   •