Before sailing

Before sailing the team needs to:

• Check latest check out report, there is information about any errors or defects at the boats.
• Pick up the spinnaker from the sail-loft or storage room
• Check in the boat in the SS web page
  It is important that the skipper / team go thoroughly over the boat before it is checked-in.In case there are damage / defects on the boat it should be noted in the “Check in” form. Remember that the form must be submitted BEFORE the sailing begins.When the skipper is submitting the “check in” form. It is the skipper’s confirmation that all equipment is in place and that the boat has no damage / defects beyond those already registered on the previous report.If a skipper / team fails to submit the form the skipper will be responsible for any unreported damage or missing equipment.Checklist before leaving the dockEmpty the boat for water, there is a bilge pump in the cockpit. There is also a bucket, bailer and sponge inside the boat.Shackles: the shackles of following blocks shall be secured with cable ties:

• Main sheet blocks (3)
• Jib blocks (4)
• Spinnaker blocks (4)Splints: following splints needs to be fully taped / covered with tape to prevent damage to the sails

• Splints at the bottom part of the forestay
• Splints at the spreaders
• Splints at the side stays / shrouds

• Splint at the gooseneck (1)
• Traveller system
• Main sheet system
• Vang systemDuring sailing Hoisting mainGrab the halyard below the opening of the mast and pull it vertically down, avoid friction at the cleat and at the opening.When the main is hoisted, secure the halyard with a knot to avoid loss of tension.Hoisting SpinnakerMake sure to ease backstay tension while hoisting the spinnaker. A tight backstay may damage the mast when the spinnaker fills.Hoisting/lowering the jibWhen hoisting the jib up or down make sure the sail is not too tight/ loose. Hoisting should be done head to wind or downwind to avoid damageTaking down the main sailRemember to release the outhaul before lowering the sail.After sailingSailsMain sail shall be rolled and stored inside the boat.The jib shall be rolled and also stored inside the boat, the jib shall be put inside the boat through the cockpit opening.Spinnaker shall be checked for damage. Wet spinnakers shall be spread out for drying in sail loft. Dry spinnakers shall be put in their bag and left in the boat.

Boat

The rudder shall remain in position when the boat is left in the water, the tiller shall be secured behind the backstay.

Lift the boom with the main sail halyard to horizontal position, coil the main sheet and fix it around the boom so it’s not lying on deck.

Spinnaker sheets shall be coiled and be placed inside the boat. All other lines shall be coiled and secured on the boom and around the winches. They shall not be lying on deck.

Rinse with freshwater and if necessary wash the boat with a sponge and soap. The boats should be cleaned with soap available in the boat or in the equipment room and labeled with SS Express Other type of soap can be harmful to the boat and should not be used without consulting boat responsible or SS.

Mooring

The boats shall be securely moored with:

• Fenders
• Bow line
• Stern line
• Aft spring
• Forward springUse only mooring lines (don’t use sheets or control lines!). If mooring lines are missing, contact the harbour master or boat pool responsibleBefore leaving the boat make sure to fill out the “check out” form.In case of damageIn case of damage or / and accident to the boat or to the equipment the skipper immediately have to consider whether the training session can continue or not. If in doubt, the training has to be aborted. Sailing should be stopped if the damage can get worse.

If there is any damage on the boat or equipment priority should be given to repair or replace before end of your booking period. This is to ensure that the boat is ready for the next booking.

Damage to equipment / missing equipment

Damage to the equipment (ropes, lines / blocks) has to be fixed / replaced by the team itself by taking required parts / equipment out of the boat pool storage room, where most of spare parts can be found. Contact harbour master to get access to the storage room. If the required spare parts are not in the storage room, contact boat pool responsible.

Any spare parts taken from the container must be reported in the check in / check out form.

Damage to sails

Damaged sails should be taken down and repaired before further use.

Mainsail

In case of damage to the mainsail, the main usually needs to be repaired by a sailmaker.
The battens have to be removed and the sail has to be rolled nicely. Store the sail at its dedicated place in the storage room and report the damage in the check out report.

Jib

In case of damage to the jib (foresail), the jib usually needs to be repaired by a sailmaker.
The battens have to be removed and the sail has to be rolled nicely. Store the sail at his dedicated place in the container and

report the damage in check out report.

Spinnaker

In case of a small rip (up to 10 cm) tape the rip by your own with your own spinnaker tape. In case you don’t have your own tape

there should be some in the storage room.
Round cut the corners of the patch. The patches will hold much better then. Place the tape / patches on both sides of the cloth. In case the cloth / sail is wet, it needs to be dry before placing the patches. Store the sail at its dedicated place in the storage room.

In case of damage to the spinnaker more than a 10 cm rip, the spinnaker usually needs to be repaired by a sailmaker.
Dry the sail in the sail loft and report the damage in check out report.

Damage to hull

Gelcoat damage

In case of a damage to the gelcoat / hull the training needs to be aborted immediately.
This is important to avoid that water will lead into the core material. Tape the damage surface immediately. Write your name and date on the tape. Report the damage in check out report.

Hitting the ground

Main reason in most of the cases when hitting / touching the ground is carelessness or inattention and SS look very seriously at such events. Immediately stop the training session and sail the boat back the harbour even if it is only a minor contact.

Contact Anders Lindemark by mobile 95036197, athlindemark@gmail.com. Report the damage in the checkout report. The boat needs to be taken out of the water. Don’t leave before this is done / you are confirmed to leave by a responsible in SS. The boat have to stay on land and needs to be checked by SS before sailing again.