June 01, 2022 2 min read
In this article we are going to run through the set up of the kickers system step by step guide.
Included within the system is:
The whole complete kit can be purchased through our website and is called the Laser XD Vang Pack
Here are the steps to rig your Laser Vang system. Where we say front or back this means the front or back of the boat.
Unpack all of the parts from the packaging, you should have 7 items in total.
Take the base unit and threat the 4mm race rope through the cleat and round the sheave.
Run the rope up to your mid block (18mm double block) round and don to the the bottom roller on the base unit.
Repeat step 3 once more and the thread the rope though the centre of the 18mm block.
Tie a bowline to secure the rope.
Grab your 3mm dyneema begin threading through your double block, in the top though the middle and back out the top.
(To make this easier try a small amount of tape around the end of the rope as a draw cord)
Now feed the rope up to the top block and key. Then down to base unit and back up to block.
Tie a bowline in the rope and you are done.
You can also thread the plastic handle on or tie a rope handle to make the rope easier to pull on while sailing.
If you have any questions, or if you get stuck at any point please feel free to get in touch. Our team have years of experience of supplying Lasers and parts.
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Zhik described this range as medium waterproofness. Unsure what this means and whether I need a spare set of gear for stronger weather. Not convinced but it fits well and it’s a good make. Would be good to see a long term review
The Inglefield clip was invented by Lieutenant Edward Inglefield RN in the 1890s, it has been standard issue to British warships since 1895.
The idea was to make a reliable and fast way of assembling a hoist of signal flags, which they do very well.
I have had a long involvement with these clips, mostly for flags, but they have other uses, for example the West Lancashire Seabird One Design (a half rater) use the clips for their spinnaker halyard attachment to the sail, and I have seen a big version cut out of steel plate for a special job.
The standard clips are made from brass, these medium size nylon ones are clearly not as strong as brass, but they are good for small flags.
A further advantage is the avoidance of metallic stains on the bunting.
I don't think they would be strong enough for a big flag in windy conditions, but that isnt what i purchased them for.
Brilliant rope pack - thanks
Well made and arrived well within time frame really happy with the cover and service highly recommended
Many thanks to the team for advice on which products are in stock and which is most suitable.
This part fitted exactly.Excellent expert advice. Promptly delivered.
Regards Martin
Buoyancy aid arrived nice and quickly, and a nice little park of love heart sweets. Haven’t had chance to sail in it yet, but it’s a nice fit and great quality. Should be testing it out this Sunday.
Quick delivery, well made product and perfect for my purposes.
Goods as described. Arrived promptly. Everything as expected.
I bought the rope to replace rope for stage curtains at our village hall. It was speedily delivered in time for the panto and is smooth to use and does the job perfectly!
Great easy to use web shop, delivered on time exactly as described, will deffo use again
Finding it difficult to refuel & surprised how quick the fuel runs out
Came exactly as described --work well--delivered promptly
I haven’t used it yet but will be in a month or so on a trip up the east Greenland coast.
Service and delivery from Sailing Chandlery was excellent. Delivered when promised.
I had forgotten how much I love Sailing Chandlery. I think it's partly the sweets I get with my orders! Great service.
This piece of kit is invaluable to someone who needs to know the actual tension of their rig, rather than just a loos number. It allows to to reproduce an exact load, in kg, for your rig and spreader wires. Easy to use single handed and easy to read. A game changer for someone needing reproducible accuracy in setups