Andrew Dog PalfreyNov 10, 20201 minAnother Lockdown Means Another Gadget Taking ShapeAnother UK lockdown means more creativity from the man-cave. See here my new concept for an Etchells class spreader bracket taking shape....
Andrew Dog PalfreyNov 1, 20206 minA Sheeting-Angle SolutionHave a read of the article I wrote for Sailing World last week, discussing the new jib track system for the Etchells. The goal of this...
Andrew Dog PalfreyJul 13, 20204 minQ&A on the Etchells Jib In-Hauler SystemAfter posting some pictures on Facebook of a new jib-sheeting set up on my Etchells, I received a question I thought I would share.
Andrew Dog PalfreyMay 25, 20201 minJib Track System DevelopmentGreat sailing on the Solent yesterday, developing the jib track system and the mast lever auto-release on the Etchells.
Andrew Dog PalfreyFeb 4, 20201 minThe Lowdown on Brolga and PKM Adjustable TurnbucklesBoth the PKM and Brolga turnbuckles are excellently engineered, in that they allow the user to adjust the rig tension from the windward...
Andrew Dog PalfreyJan 20, 20202 minQ&A on the Installation of the Mast Partner CollarQuestion - As you know, I bought one of your Mast Partner Collars, and I am trying to assess how to set it so I get the maximum benefit...
Andrew Dog PalfreyFeb 28, 20191 minEtchells Speed Reading - Interview with North SailsRecently I caught up with North Sails Etchells expert, Chris Snow. We discussed using our mast lever for maximum performance. The mast...