I searched through the forums and noticed one thread where a poster indicated he uses a larger main sheet on his boat. I am looking for recommendations on main sheet size. I believe the larger the line the better as it will be more comfortable on the hands. However, I know that my Jib blocks will not accommodate the next size up from Hobie recommended 5/16.

3/8 spun Dacron is the recommended main sheet in the Hobie catalog.

I have an 07 H16 with the Harken 6:1 low profile blocks. Will a larger size line fit in these blocks? Will it work in the traveler (i have plenty of smaller line as I am replacing a 5/16 main sheet installed by the previous owner or the rental company that sold to him).

If so, any recommendations on size and material type, and where to buy?

Thanks

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Ted
Hobie 16
South Carolina Lake sailing
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I bought several size lines on here and all are VERY well made, high strength, very low stretch and feel good on bare hands. Great prices too!

http://www.mountainsports.com/MSmain.asp?Option=List&Cat=60&Sub1=60&ShowImages=Yes



Edited by fxloop on Mar 05, 2013 - 06:48 PM.

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Tim Grover
1996 Hobie Miracle 20
Two Hobie 14's
1983 G-Cat Restored
Memphis TN / North Mississippi
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Go with nicer line instead of bigger line. 5/16" salsa or phd work just fine for mainsheets. Don't go above 3/8"

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Rob
OKC
Pile of Nacra parts..
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Go with the thinner line 5/16. It will pay out quicker, and that is what you want when you are sheeting out in a puff. It may prevent a capsize.

For the main on a H 16 I prefer a 3/8 line and I always use trophy braid, it is so much easier on the hands. It will be replaced a little more often but if you reverse it about mid way through the life you can a lot of years out of it.

I personally do not like much of the more modern lines, they are too abrasive, I have trophy on all my sheets on both boats. For halyard etc, I do not care, I get what is best, as is small and strong. I just prefer the soft stuff on the sheets. JMHO, YMMV. Ricardo

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Lake Perry KS
H-18
N-5.5 UNI +spin
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I like Dyneema Blended Single Braids

I LOVE robline racing sheet for main a spin (not jib as it is too light to snap the line out of the blocks)
it is very soft on the hands, low stretch, doesn't retain water
drawback - fuzzy (sticks to velcro on gloves) and more expensive than other lines

also great is Salsa and swiftcord

MN3

I LOVE robline racing sheet for main a spin (not jib as it is too light to snap the line out of the blocks)

I totally agree regarding the jib sheet. What are you using in place of the robline for the jib sheet? Mine is a pain in the arse to snap out of the blocks when sheeted in hard.

Thanks,
Jimmy

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1983 Nacra 5.0 Sail #10
Dallas, Texas area
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What are you using in place of the robline for the jib sheet?

standard xls Polyester Double Braid

this is what my son has on his 16 w/ Harken 6:1

Sta-Set Polyester Yacht Braid 3/8



Edited by CatsailorMike on Mar 06, 2013 - 08:40 AM.

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Mike Conway
H16
Hilton, NY
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The 3/8" shouldn't be too hard on the hands with a 6:1 if it's a decent line. I'm fairly certain that you won't be happy with the performance of anything larger......won't run through blocks well. I've been using 3/8" Sta-Set for years, and it's a good line for the price. However, in an effort to get even better performance, I'm trying some 5/16" (not sure of brand/type) for the first time this season. I do have concerns about the grip on windy days when I have to cleat and uncleat a lot.....we'll see how it goes.

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Jerome Vaughan
Hobie 16
Clinton, Mississippi
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rattlenhum

I'm trying some 5/16" (not sure of brand/type) for the first time this season. I do have concerns about the grip on windy days when I have to cleat and uncleat a lot.....we'll see how it goes.

MaxiBraid Plus - Yale

http://www.apsltd.com/c-1…maxibraid-plus-yale.aspx

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Ron
Nacra F18
Reservoir Sailing Assn.
Brandon, Mississippi
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Thanks, Ron. I didn't really need to know 'cause I have full faith in my line "dealer." Sucks that I haven't even had a chance to try it out, though....maybe tomorrow!

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Jerome Vaughan
Hobie 16
Clinton, Mississippi
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