Having the right rigging for you backstay, outhaul, vangs, and cunninghams and trimming your sails correctly are all important to fast upwind sailing in a J70. But, tuning your forestay and shroud tensions are fine tuning skills that can make the difference between mid-fleet and the podium. Check out this instructional video by Charlie Cumbley on dynamic tuning practices that can take you to the next level.
Tuning Your J70 For Optimal Upwind Performance
Master J/70 upwind speed with expert tips on forestay and shroud tuning. Watch Charlie Cumbley’s video on dynamic rig tuning and elevate your race performance.
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