BIC Sport O'pen BIC User manual

USER GUIDE
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1- WARNING
Sailing can be dangerous and physically demanding. Participating in sailing
may result in serious injury or death. Consult your physician prior to learning or
participating in sailing.
If you are below the age of 18, you should have your parent or guardian read this
warning and instructions and should not use this product unless you are under the
proper guidance and supervision of such a person.
Observe the following safety rules when using this product:
• Obtain instructions for this product from your dealer.
• If you are new to the sport, learn how to sail with a recognised sailing school or club.
• Read and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations prior to using this product.
• Ideally, obtain certified first aid training prior to using this product and carry first
aid and rescue / safety equipment.
• Never sail alone.
• Do not exceed your sailing abilities. Be aware of your limitations.
• Do not use alcohol or mind altering drugs prior to or while using this product.
• Always wear an approved personal flotation device.
• Dress appropriately for weather conditions: cold and/or warm weather can result
in hypothermia and/or exposure.
• Always attach appropriate safety tethers to removable parts.
• Use only manufacturer approved additional fittings.
• Always inspect your equipment for signs of wear and tear before sailing.
Immediately repair or replace any product that shows signs of wear and tear.
• Take time to study the conditions including weather forecasts, sea state, tides and
dangerous currents. Beware of sailing in offshore winds.
• The user of this product acknowledges both an understanding and assumption of
the risk involved in sailing.
If you have any further questions about this product, please contact your local
dealer or BIC Sport via their international website: www.bicsport.com
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2- INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the O’pen BIC, a boat for children and teenagers alike who now have a
true glide machine for real excitement on the water.
This user manual has been produced to ensure that you get maximum enjoyment
out of this product in complete safety. Essentially it covers the rigging and
de-rigging of the O’pen BIC. It also provides information concerning fine tuning,
compatibility with Optimist rig parts, frequently asked questions (FAQ), storage,
transport and service of the O’pen BIC. Please make sure that you read this manual
carefully, follow its suggestions, and familiarise yourself with the boat before use.
This user manual is NOT a guide of “How to sail” your O’pen BIC, and it is not
suitable for the purpose of learning to sail a dinghy. If you are new to this boat or to
the sport of sailing, you should get practical experience and learn how to sail with
a recognised sailing school or club. If you need further information about where
to learn to sail, please contact the retailer where you purchased this product,
your local sailing school or club, your national sailing federation, or even BIC Sport
directly via our website: www.bicsport.com
Keep this manual in a safe place and transfer it to the new owner if you sell the boat.
Enjoy your sailing and time on the water!!
3- USER MANUAL CONTENTS
User Warning
Introduction
Contents
Your Boat
Certificate of Conformity / Manufacturer’s Plate
Rigging
De-Rigging
Fine Tuning your boat
Optimist Compatability
Warranty
FAQ: including storage, transport & service
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4- YOUR BOAT
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Daggerboard case
Rudder
Rudderblade
Tiller extension
Pads
Centre toestrap
Sail
Luff pocket
Downhaul webbing loop
Battens
Batten end caps
Leech
Vario Top
Mast
Boom
Boom fork
Mainsheet
Mainsheet ratchet block
Mainsheet pulley
Automatic snap hook
Clew hook
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5- CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY
MANUFACTURER’S PLATE
Declaration of Conformity of Recreational Craft with the Design,
Construction and Noise Emission requirements of
Directive 94/25/EC as amended by Directive 2003/44/EC.
Name of Manufacturer: BIC Sport
Address: Zone Industrielle du Prat
Town: Vannes
Postal Code: 56000
Country: FRANCE
Craft Identification Number: ____________________
Brand name of craft: O’pen BIC
Type of craft: Sailboat
Type of hull: Monohull
Construction material: Polyethylene
Type of main propulsion: Sail
Deck: Open
Length of hull (LH): 2,75 m
Width of hull (BH): 1,14 m
Draught (Tmax): 0,85 m
Maximum number of people: 1 adult or 2 children
Module used for construction assessment: A
Maximum Design Category: D
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the
manufacturer. I declare on behalf of the craft manufacturer that the craft mentioned
above complies with all applicable essential requirements in the way specified.
Thierry VERNEUIL
President Director General
BIC Sport
The definition of Boat Design Category D is as follows:
“D. Sheltered Waters – Designed for voyages on sheltered coastal waters, small bays, small lakes,
rivers and canals when conditions up to, and including, wind force 4 and significant wave heights
up to, and including, 0,3m may be experienced, with occasional waves of 0,5m maximum height,
for example from passing vessels.“
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6- RIGGING
Unpack the rig components and unroll the sail. Check that you have each of the
different components listed in the section “Your Boat”.
Mount the boom onto the sail by threading it through the webbing loop
holding the downhaul pulley, with the fork positioned at the base of the luff
pocket. Attach the clew hook to the sail at the clew eyelet.
Attach the Cunningham to the sail by threading the rope through the tack
pulley. Ensure that there is no more than 1 crossing of the rope.
Insert the mast up the luff pocket of the sail, ensuring that the mast passes
through the boom fork. Ensure that the male mast plug fits snugly into the
top of the mast, and that the vario top is adjusted to the appropriate length
(see below).
Stand the mast (mounted with sail and boom) in the mast cup at the front
of the boat. Attach both the Cunningham and mainsheet ratchet block to the
hull with the automatic snap hooks. Tension the Cunningham by pulling on
the handle. In order to facilitate downhaul tension, apply downward pressure
on the boom at the same time as you tension the Cunningham. If the wind
is over 10 knots, ensure that the clew of the sail is well tensioned also (check
“Additional Tips” for more information on Cunningham tension).
Check List before sailing:
The rudder must be correctly fitted on its mounts.
The retaining clip must be locked against the rudderblade. Make sure that
any safety leashes are fitted as appropriate. Note that the rudderblade can
be raised and lowered during the launching or landing process. The red rope
will raise the rudderblade, the green rope will lower the rudderblade. Make
sure that the rudderblade is raised when you come into shore!
The draining bung at the bottom of the hull must be closed firmly.
The daggerboard retaining loop must be fitted to the hull. As you launch the
boat, gradually insert the daggerboard in its casing as water depth and wind
conditions permit.
Go sailing and have fun!!
ADDITIONAL TIPS:
Steps b. and c. are only necessary the first time you use the O’pen BIC. Once
you have mounted the boom and the Cunningham, they should remain
permanently attached to the sail. When familiar with the rigging process of the
O’pen BIC, it takes no more than 2 minutes!
Vario top length: The vario top should be adjusted so that the boom sits at
shoulder height when the sailor is sitting upright in the boat (for an average
sized user). In general, this will mean that the vario top is set at around 10 cm
long, but further tuning will find the best length for you.
Cunningham tension: The right amount of tension will depend on the user’s
preferred sailing style, weight, skill level and the wind / water conditions.
Try different levels of Cunningham tension to see what works for you!
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If the wind is over 10 knots: apply maximum tension to the Cunningham =
allow the sail to open in the gusts = gives you more control.
Visual checkpoint: the leech of the sail starts to become loose.
If the wind is less than 10 knots: apply less tension = gives the sail a tighter
leech = fuller profile = more power.
Mainsheet ratchet block: The red lever turns it “on” or “off”.
In “on” mode = the mainsheet can only be pulled in one direction = the block
will “click” = the mainsheet tension decreases.
In “off” mode = the mainsheet can freely move in both directions.
Daggerboard: It should be positioned according to the prevalent wind
conditions and angle of sail.
For strong winds or downwind sailing, raise the daggerboard slightly to let the
boat plane.
In lighter winds or upwind sailing, lower the daggerboard to give the boat
more traction through the water. Again, the best daggerboard position will
depend on the user and sailing conditions, so try different positions to see
what works for you!
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7- DE-RIGGING
Release the tension on the Cunningham.
Undo the automatic snap hooks at the bottom of the mainsheet ratchet block
and the Cunningham.
Lift the rig out of the boat and remove the mast from the sail. Remember to
leave the boom, Cunningham and mainsheet (with pulleys) attached to the sail.
Roll the sail from the head. Place the sail, mast, boom and tackle together in
the rig bag.
Remove the daggerboard and rudder from the hull and place them in their
foam sleeves for protection.
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When rolling the sail, make sure that it is rolled firmly so that little excess sail
material is left loose in the bag. This will ensure the long term durability of
your sail and help to prevent any creasing off the monofilm.
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8- FINE TUNING YOUR BOAT
BATTEN TENSION
• Sail batten tension is fixed at the factory and normally no modification is required.
• However, the sail battens can be tuned according to user preference by
unscrewing or screwing the batten end caps (located underneath the batten
closing levers). The ideal setting depends on user preference and local sailing
conditions, so try different settings to see what works for you.
• In general:
To increase batten tension, unscrew the batten end cap to lengthen the
batten. Increased tension will further block the profile of the sail making it
more stable in stronger winds (particularly important for the bottom battens).
To decrease batten tension, screw the batten end cap to shorten the batten.
Decreased tension will improve the rotation of the battens in light winds.
For normal use across a wide range of conditions, it is recommended
that batten tension decreases progressively from the bottom upwards.
The bottom most batten lever should close with a firm snap. The top most
batten lever should close easily.
In some cases, particularly on the top 2 battens, you may wish to de-
tension the top battens further than that permitted by the batten end cap
(in order to improve light wind batten rotation). In this event, remove the
batten end cap, trim the end of the batten by up to 5mm, replace the batten
end cap and then adjust accordingly.
BOOM SAFETY ATTACHMENT
• The use of the O’pen BIC Boom Safety Attachment (BSA) will substantially
increase the power and performance of the sail (similar to a Boom Vang or
kicking strap: a line or series of lines between the base of the mast and the front
end of the boom that can be tensioned to control sail profile and boom position).
• The BSA should only be used by experienced sailors, who are using the boat
in medium to strong winds and/or in racing and competition.
• There is no need to add a BSA in light winds or with less experienced sailors.
• The O’pen BIC BSA is available as an accessory. If you are interested in this
product, please contact your original point of purchase for more information.
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9- OPTIMIST COMPATIBILITY
The O’pen BIC has been designed to be compatible with the Optimist rig, rudder
and daggerboard components. First, you can start sailing with the O’pen BIC hull
only, using the rig that you already have from the Optimist. This will give you a
boat that is more fun and powerful than the Optimist, yet easier to handle and
progress on given that you should be familiar with the performance of the Spiritsail.
Later on, once you are comfortable with this combination, you can upgrade to the
full O’pen BIC 4,5m² rig and then the boat comes into its own, becoming the true
glide machine that it is meant to be!
When using your Optimist components with the O’pen BIC, please note the
following:
Optimist Rig
In order for the mast to fit snugly in the mast cup of the hull, it is necessary
to use an adaptor ring. This adaptor ring is available as an accessory to the
O’pen BIC, please contact your original point of purchase for more information.
Optimist Daggerboard
The Optimist daggerboard will fit directly into the O’pen BIC.
Optimist Rudder
The Optimist rudder head may need modification before it can be used on the
O’pen BIC. The O’pen BIC rudder mount design is based on one of the most
commonly available “school” versions of the Optimist. However, amongst the
many different Optimist manufacturers, the rudder mounting system is not
always consistent. Therefore, rudder compatability between the Optimist and
the O’pen BIC should be taken on a case-by-case basis. Modification of the
Optimist rudder may be required before it can be used on the O’pen BIC.
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10- WARRANTY CONDITIONS
BIC Sport offers a 12-month warranty against defects resulting from faulty
manufacture or materials. The warranty comes into effect upon purchase date but
is limited to the following conditions:
The warranty is valid only if the boat has been used in accordance with the
manufacturer’s intentions for this type of boat and will be limited to “normal use” only.
Accidents, abuse, negligence or faulty installation of any additional parts which
do not conform to the original intended use of the boat will not be covered by
this warranty.
The warranty extends only to the initial purchaser.
The warranty is not valid without proof of purchase, which must include the date of
purchase, name of purchaser and serial number of the boat.
All warranty claims must be made through the authorised outlet where the
boat was originally purchased and passed to BIC Sport or its appointed agents
without delay.
Any repair or modification to the craft without BIC Sport’s written agreement will
cancel the warranty.
The decision of BIC Sport is final.
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11- O’PEN BIC FAQ
Is the O’pen BIC stable ?
Yes, the “chine bilge” of the O’pen BIC hull design gives the boat a very stable
platform for sailing. On the water, the boat heels in the wind until it balances on its
bilge remaining stable and easy to sail.
Is the O’pen BIC difficult to rig ?
No, there are no shackles or complicated rigging systems on the O’pen BIC.
The O’pen BIC can be rigged and on the water in less than 2 minutes! With the
boom already attached to the sail, you simply slide the mast up the luff pocket of
the sail, attach the rig to the hull with the two snap hooks at the main sheet and
Cunningham, tension the Cunningham with the pull handle and go!
Is the O’pen BIC fragile ?
No, the O’pen BIC is manufactured in thermoformed polyethylene, a material
that is very resistant to impact shocks and abrasion. BIC Sport has been building
products in this material for over 30 years, and some of these products are still
being used on the water! Also of note is that contrary to products built in polyester,
polyethylene is a material that is 100% recyclable. The O’pen BIC is built with the
philosophy of sustainable development.
Is it easy to right the boat after capsize?
Yes, the cockpit of the O’pen BIC is 100% self draining, meaning that there is
never any water in the bottom of the boat either during sailing or after capsize.
Furthermore, with its light weight and stable “chine bilge” design, even when the
sailor is in the water the hull turns immediately into the wind, re-rights easily and
provides a stable platform for getting back into the boat. Getting back in is easy via
the stern of the boat which is completely open (hence the name O’pen BIC).
Can an adult sail in the O’pen BIC ?
Yes, as long as they weigh less than 65 kg (the ideal sailor weight for the O’pen BIC).
Can two kids sail together in the O’pen BIC?
Our testing, and the action photos and video of the O’pen BIC on our website,
show that the boat is still stable with 2 kids onboard providing that their total
weight does not exceed 90 kg.
Where can I race the O’pen BIC?
Contact your local sailing club to check if they are racing with the O’pen BIC.
Details of the O’pen BIC Class Association, together with national and international
racing events, will be published on www.openbic.com as soon as available.
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STORAGE
How should I store the O’pen BIC?
All boats should always be tied down and secured when not in use (on a trailer or
boat racks). Ideally, the O’pen BIC hull should be stored:
- On racks that pass along the length of the boat.
- On a “soft” sling.
It is possible to rest the O’pen BIC hull on the ground, either on the bottom of its
hull, stern (be careful with the rudder mounting points) or side. Care should be
taken that the ground surface is not too abrasive. It is also possible to stack the
O’pen BIC directly one on top of another. If stacked, or stored upside down, care
needs to be taken with the black “non-skid” pads.
As with all polyethylene products, storing the boat on racks that pass across the
width of the boat (at a 90° angle to the vee) should be avoided. Point loading on the
vee of the boat can cause deformation of the material in this area.
… and the rig components?
All rig components can be stored in the rig bag provided. Ideally, the sail should be
rolled up and placed in the rig bag only when dry. The best way to dry the sail is
to leave it rigged on the mast and boom. The monofilm material can be damaged
when not under tension or if left to flap in the wind. Once in the rig bag, the bag
should be laid flat on the ground in a clean, dry place. If stood upright, the luff
pocket of the sail should be placed on the ground.
MAINTENANCE
Where can I get spare parts?
Please contact your original point of purchase for the O’pen BIC. They will either
have any spare parts you require on stock, or they will be able to get them for
you. If you still have problems, don’t hesitate to contact us here at BIC Sport:
[email protected]
Do I need to wash my gear in fresh water after every use?
In order to prolong the life of your O’pen BIC, it is best that the hull and all rig
components are rinsed in freshwater after each use on the sea. However, if the
O’pen BIC is used regularly (at least on the weekends), it is normally acceptable to
wash the O’pen BIC after every couple of uses. All components should be washed in
freshwater if they are to be stored for an extended period of time, ie. over the winter.
Do I need to take any particular care with the sun?
Yes. Care should be taken to avoid excessive exposure of all O’pen BIC components
to the sun, most particularly the sail. The harmful rays of the sun can cause the
material of any sail to breakdown over an extended period of time.
How can I clean the sail?
If necessary, warm water and mild detergent may be used to remove persistent dirt.
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TRANSPORT
Can I put the O’pen BIC on top of my car?
Yes, the weight of the hull of the O’pen BIC is no more than 42 kg. However,
make sure to double check the maximum weight limit of your roof rack in your
manufacturer’s specifications or user guide. Also ensure that your roof rack is
correctly mounted on the car before driving anywhere.
What is the easiest way to transport the boat to the water’s edge?
For individual use, BIC Sport has a foldable trailer than can be purchased as an
accessory to the O’pen BIC.
Where can I get further information?
If you have any further questions on the O’pen BIC that are not answered here,
please contact: [email protected]
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1- CONDITIONS D’UTILISATION
La pratique de la voile peut être dangereuse, éprouvante physiquement et peut
entraîner des blessures graves ou la mort.
Si vous êtes mineur, votre parent ou tuteur devra lire ces instructions et toute
navigation avec l’O’pen BIC doit être faite sous la surveillance d’un adulte.
Les consignes ci-dessous sont à lire attentivement et à respecter scrupuleusement :
• Suivre les instructions de votre vendeur pour ce produit.
• Si vous êtes débutant, vous devrez prendre des cours de voile dans une école de
voile agréée.
• Lire et suivre les recommandations du fabricant avant l’utilisation de ce produit.
• Il est préférable d’obtenir un certificat de secourisme avant d’utiliser ce produit et
avoir à bord du matériel de premier secours et de sauvetage.
• Ne jamais naviguer seul.
• Bien connaître ses limites dans la pratique de la voile et ne pas les dépasser.
• Ne pas être sous l’emprise de l’alcool ou de drogues avant ou pendant utilisation
de ce produit.
• Toujours porter une aide à la flottaison.
• Se munir des vêtements adéquats pour le temps : l’eau froide et/ou le temps froid
peuvent entraîner l’hypothermie.
• N’utiliser que des accessoires approuvés par le fabricant.
• Bien inspecter tout le matériel pour tout signe d’usure, avant chaque navigation.
Réparer ou remplacer immédiatement tout élément montrant des signes d’usure.
• Avoir pris connaissance des prévisions météorologiques, des changements de
marée, des courants dangereux et de l’état de la mer, avant chaque sortie en mer.
Attention à la navigation par vents de terre.
• L’utilisateur de ce produit comprend et reconnaît le risqué associé à pratique de
la voile.
Pour toutes questions sur ce produit, veuillez contacter votre revendeur local ou
consulter le site BIC Sport à : www.bicsport.com
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2- INTRODUCTION
Nous vous félicitons de l’achat de votre nouveau dériveur l’O’pen BIC, un bateau
pour les enfants et adolescents, qui disposent ainsi d’un véritable engin de glisse
qui leur procurera des sensations fortes sur l’eau.
Ce manuel d’utilisation a été conçu pour que vous utilisiez votre nouveau bateau
en toute sécurité. Il explique essentiellement le montage et le démontage de
votre O’pen BIC. Il contient également les informations sur la compatibilité avec
le gréement de l’Optimist, les questions que vous vous posez le plus souvent, les
conseils de stockage, transport et entretien. Il est impératif de lire ce manuel avant
la première sortie sur votre nouvel O’pen BIC et de vous familiariser avec votre
bateau avant son utilisation.
Ce manuel d’utilisation n’est PAS un manuel d’apprentissage de la voile. Si vous
débutez dans ce sport, vous devez vous inscrire dans une école de voile agréée pour
y suivre des cours de voile. Pour les adresses des écoles de voile proches de chez
vous, contactez le magasin où vous avez acheté l’O’pen BIC, la fédération nationale
de voile de votre pays, ou même BIC Sport via notre site : www.bicsport.com
Rangez bien ce manuel et en cas de revente, transmettez-le au nouveau propriétaire.
Nous vous souhaitons beaucoup de plaisir sur l’eau !!
3- INDEX
Conditions d’utilisation
Introduction
Contenu
Votre bateau
Certificat de conformité / Plaque du fabricant
Gréer
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Réglages
Compatibilité avec Optimist
Conditions de garantie
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5- CERTIFICAT DE CONFORMITE
PLAQUE DU FABRICANT
DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE d’un bateau de plaisance
aux exigences de conception, construction, et d’émissions sonores
de la Directive 94/25/CE amendée par la Directive 2003/44/CE.
Nom du constructeur : BIC Sport
Adresse : Zone Industrielle du Prat
Ville : Vannes
Code Postal : 56000
Pays : FRANCE
N° d’identification du bateau : ____________________
Nom du bateau : O’pen BIC
Type de bateau : Voilier
Type de coque : Monocoque
Matériau de construction : Polyéthylène
Type de propulsion : Voile
Coque : Ouverte
Longueur hors-tout : 2,75 m
Largeur hors-tout : 1,14 m
Tirant d’eau : 0,85 m
Nombre maxi de personnes : 1 adulte ou 2 enfants
Catégorie de conception : D
Module de certification utilisé : A
Je, soussigné, certifie que le bateau répondant au descriptif ci-dessus est en tous
points conforme aux exigences essentielles telles qu’elles sont spécifiées dans la
Directive 94/25/CE « Bateaux de Plaisance »
Thierry VERNEUIL
Président Directeur Général
BIC Sport
La définition de la catégorie de conception des bateaux D est le suivant :
« D. En eaux protégées : conçu pour des voyages dans des eaux côtières protégées, des baies de petite
dimension, des petits lacs, rivières et canaux, au cours desquels le vent peut aller jusqu’à la force 4 comprise
et les vagues peuvent atteindre une hauteur significative jusqu’à 0,3m mètre compris, avec des vagues
occasionnelles, causées par exemple par des bateaux de passage, d’une hauteur maximale de 0,5 mètre. »
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6- GRÉER
Ouvrir le sac des gréements et dérouler la voile. Bien vérifier que tous les
accessoires énumérés dans la section « votre bateau » sont présents.
Monter la bôme sur la voile de façon à ce qu’elle passe dans la sangle au
dessus de la poulie de Cunningham avec la fourche positionnée en bas du
fourreau de voile. Positionner le crochet de point d’écoute en S dans l’œillet
de grand voile.
Attacher le Cunningham à la voile en passant le bout dans les poulies.
S’assurer qu’il n’y a pas plus d’un croisement dans le bout.
Insérer le mât dans le fourreau de la voile. Le mât doit passer dans la
«fourche» située en bout de bôme. S’assurer que le bouchon de têtière de la
voile s’enfonce dans l’insert situé en tête de mât et ajuster la sangle à la bonne
longueur (voir point suivant).
Lever l’ensemble mât-bôme-voile et l’insérer dans le puits situé à l’avant du
bateau. Fixer le Cunningham et la poulie de grand voile au bateau avec les
crochets automatiques. Etarquer le Cunningham en tirant sur la poignée.
Pour faciliter l’étarquage, appuyer en même temps sur la bôme. Si le vent
est supérieur à 10 nœuds, s’assurer que le point d’écoute de la voile est bien
étarqué également. (Consulter “réglages’’ pour la tension du Cunningham).
Check-list des points à vérifier avant de partir :
Le safran doit être correctement fixé sur les fénelots inox.
La languette plastique doit empêcher le safran de remonter. S’assurer que
les liens de sécurité sont bien en place. Noter que le safran peut être relevé
et baissé pendant les phases de départ et d’arrivée de plage. Le bout rouge
permet de remonter le safran. Le bout vert permet de le descendre.
Bien vérifier que le safran est baissé en navigation et relevé lors du retour
vers la plage.
S’assurer que le bouchon de vidange de la coque est serré fermement.
Vérifier que l’élastique de maintien de la dérive est accroché à la coque.
En partant vers le large, enfoncer progressivement la dérive dans le puits à
mesure que la profondeur augmente.
Naviguez bien et prenez du plaisir !
RÉGLAGES
• Points b. et c. ne sont utiles que lors de la première utilisation. Une fois la
bôme et le Cunningham montés, ils restent à poste en permanence. Une fois
habitué à gréer l’O’pen BIC, le montage prend moins de 2 minutes !
• Longueur de la sangle de têtière vario : environ 10 cm de long. Repère : la
bôme doit arriver à la hauteur de l’épaule du barreur assis dans le bateau.
Avec la pratique, on affine ce réglage.
• Tension du Cunningham : elle doit être réglée en fonction de la force du vent,
de l’état de la mer et du poids du barreur. Il faut essayer différents réglages
pour trouver le plus approprié.
• Vent supérieur à 10 nœuds : tension maximum sur le bout = ouvre la chute de
la voile = on tient le bateau dans les rafales. Point de repère visuel : le haut de
la chute est relâché.
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