Introduction to singlehanded sailing parts of the boat. Setting up the rad rig by ryan eric minth aka mr cvane ryan minth i still get asked quite a bit about setting up the radial rig and requests for this article originally written for the fall 2001 edition of the laser sailor. The bpa rigging training manual is updated periodically and bears its date put from a range of stakeholders with interest in loadlifting rigging in construction, what has been produced is an approved code of practice of high. The laser, is a highly popular family of small onedesign sailing dinghies using the same. However, many of these workers perform rigging as a part of their regular work routine. Sb3 laser performance pdf catalogs documentation boating. Laser performance pico rigging manual pdf download. This instruction manual is not a guide to sailing your craft and it should not be considered suitable for the task of learning to sail a. Each sail is designed for sailors of different weights. Pico pico race pico rigging manual 1 glossary 2 unpack your pico 3 pico race pack 4 checking the hull 5 rigging the mast and sail 6 raising the mast 7 rigging the boom 8 rigging the vang 9 sails 10 fitting race hiking straps and mainsheet block and stand up boot 11 fitting the rudder assembly 12 fitting the daggerboard ree. Laser parts locatorrts loccator west coast sailing. The new laser sb3 is a fast and exhilarating three man sportboat with a powerful modern rig.
The laser is designed to be sailed single handed although class rules permit two sailors. The laser sb3 rigging instructions are a guide to rigging your boat. The sb20 is a onedesign class of sailboat commonly used for racing. Do not expose the camera to laser beams, as laser beams may damage the sensor. Important information th ere are three hatches and one transom drain bung on the laser 2000. Do not sail the boat if it is missing any of the following. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical. March 2012 important safety information the procedures in this manual are for use by qualified personnel only.
Laserperformance and associated logos are trademarks. It contains a general description of the laser, a theoretical treatment and a characterization of its operation as it deals with gas, solid state, freeelectron and semiconductor lasers and, furthermore, with a. Th e laser 2000 rigging instructions are a guide to rigging your boat. The laser 2 is a two person dinghy, which comes in various different configurations, some with trapeze, some with spinnakers, some with both. The international laser class has three different official rigs. Laser 2000 rigging manual laser centre switzerland. You should have the boat itself the hull, the dagger board, the rudder and tiller, your mainsheet, both mast. Morgan sails, also in southampton, also advertise laser and laser 16 sails and covers including laser 16 spinnakers. It covers the types of rigging and the application of fiber rope, wire rope, and chains used in. In essence the sb3 truly is a one design boat, and of all the sails i have had and ive. World sailing news is the weekly online newsletter of the world sailing. Unpacking and preparation unpack the major parts listed below and lay them out on a soft piece of. This manual is a guide and basic reference for personnel whose duties require the use of rig ging. Please read the manual before rigging and sailing your laser bahia.
The laser 3000 is a racing sailing dinghy crewed by two persons with a trapeze for the crew. Ive tested many sailboats while involved with sailing worlds boat of the year program and one of the coolest ive ever encountered is the laser sb3. With rig up and no sails, head to wind pull on backstay watch the shrouds. Please read the owners manual firsti wont take responsible for you doing something they dont recommend, if in doubt, if there is a conflict in information use the laser guide, i dont mind taking the flack and the law suits if i do it, but i do not want the responsibility for you doing it. The standard rig was designed for sailors weighing more than 160 lbs and has 76 square feet of sail. A laser taining manual callala junior sailing school. The sb20 was originally called the laser sb3, and was marketed and distributed by laser performance under licence from the designer. Sb3 rigging instructions the laser sb3 rigging instructions are a guide to rigging your boat. Fundamentals, types, and operations n n e 0 e e 1 e 3 e 0 e e 1 2 fast decay fast decay fast decay pumping pumping lasing lasing a b figure 1. It includes forms and checklists that are valuable in. Please read the owners manual firsti wont take responsible for you doing something they dont recommend, if in doubt, if there is a conflict in information use the laser guide, i dont mind taking the flack and the law suits if i do it, but i do not want the. Rigging safety guide forward experienced mechanical construction and service workers are experts in pipefitting, plumbing, or mechanical service work, but not necessarily in rigging. This is a step by step instruction on how to rig the original laser. Youll listen to the online lectures but must also study each chapter of the book.
Due to production supplies certain parts may be slightly modified from those shown. Vectran knots with white electrical tape or rigging tape. Marketed and distributed by sportsboat world the boat was designed by tony castro and launched in 2002. Referred to by many as the best crane and rigging book in north america, this indispensable publication expertly explains the rigging process for classroom instruction or workplace reference. Rope that stretches, or is inflexible and stiff, is useless for control lines. Sunfish sunfish race sunfish rigging manual 1 parts of the hull 2 parts of the sail 3 sun. N 1 to achieve the condition of population inversion between e 2 and e 1 at moderate pumping. A commonly cited reason for its popularity is that it is robust and simple to rig. Laser xd outhaul cunningham rigging rope knot scribd. Laserperformance reserves the right to make design andor speci. Summary of contents for laser performance pico page 1 sails fitting race hiking straps and mainsheet block and stand up boot fitting the rudder assembly fitting the daggerboard ree. Clark also redesigned the rig, using spars and sails from premium proprietary sources and replacing the. Unpacking and preparation unpack the major parts listed below and lay them out on a soft piece of ground free of sharp objects.
This instruction manual is not a guide to sailing your craft and it should not be considered suitable for the task of learning to sail a boat. Sailing rigging guides posted on sunday, may 2, 2010 2. The sb20 was originally called the laser sb3, and was marketed and distributed. Upwind sailing is one of the biggest challenges in learning to sail a laser, as it can be quite physical when the breeze is. Laser xd outhaul cunningham rigging free download as pdf file. This version has been updated for all you olympic aspirants and the lucky fellows that will get to race against them. I do not have the actual specifications for any of the sails beyond the sail areas listed above and the information given in the manuals links above. You can find their laser products here and laser 16 products here. Permission was given to the hanford site hoisting and rigging committee to use and reproduce portions of standards and information from the following sources. Ipts crane and rigging handbook and training manual are essential resources for anyone who moves heavy loads. It is intended for use in training and as a reference manual for field operations. Use this setting when mounting a monitor or the entire camera rig upside down. The boat which will now be known as the sb20 has over 650 boats sailing in 20 countries worldwide, having achieved isaf recognition back in 2007. Rigging manual vanguard sailboats 300 highpoint avenue portsmouth, ri 02871 for the dealer nearest you call 800.
A very popular boat for racing, lasers are even sailed in the olympics and have a range of different rigs for different capabilities. Basics of laser physics provides an introductory presentation of the field of all types of lasers. Find out how to rig the standard laser rig in our handy guide. Lasers are lightweight boats, and should be treated with care as they are not built to take abuse. Identify and ensure that all necessary parts are there.
Rigging manual 2014 specification shoreline sailboats. View and download laser stratos rigging manual online. Bruce kirby designed the laser in 1970 with an emphasis on simplicity and performance the laser is one of the most popular yacht classes in history. The content of the pnnl hoisting and rigging manual was derived from the hanford site hoisting and rigging manual doerl9236. Installation instructions 6 tie the 16 mm air block to the clew of the sail. The boat has secure access hatch storage for outboard motor. Laser 4344 displacement sailing vs planing 45 boat trim 4648 hiking properly 4950 sail controls. Please read the manual before rigging and sailing your laser 2000. It features the latest news and events from the sailing world together with features and info in an easytouse format.
Safety afloat safety afloat this instruction manual is not a guide to sailing your craft and it should not be considered suitable for the task of learning to sail a boat. In this first chapter i will discuss some of the alternative methods for rigging a laser and the function of the sail controls 1. When rigged improperly you can severely damage a laser. The successful onedesign laser sb3 keelboat, has a new name, builder and sales structure. Rigging installation manual design, manufacture and installation of theatrical equipment worldwide 315 45440 fax 315 4511766.
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