Running Backstays

[Lola]

Hello all!
I'm doing some much needed work on the mizzen, with a new full batten sail being made locally by Banks as well as installing running back stays. I'm doing the backstays myself and was wondering if 3:1 would work or is 4:1 the way to go.

Thanks!

[EdHouston]

Come take a look at my boat if you wish she is on clear lake at the seagate condos Nasa Pkwy.

Ed
S/V Moonlight Mile.

Mine are 3:1[attachment=0:6pxay3ow]DSCN0093a1.jpg[/attachment:6pxay3ow]

[SV THIRD DAY]

Good photo Ed...I have the exact same 3:1 set-up on THIRD DAY.

[Dale Tanski]

I checked mine out today, they are 4 to 1,  My check stays that attach at the inner cutter stay on the main are also 4 to 1.  I never felt that I was dragging the rig backwards when I pulled them down hard.  After all, except for the mizzen sheet, the back stays are the only thing holding the mizzen rig from falling forward.  I like the idea of 4 to 1 especially if one flies the mizzen staysail.  I have a J-22 chute that will fit fairly well as a mizzen kite.  Some day this summer we are going to have to try flying that.
Good Sailing...  Dale

[SV THIRD DAY]

Ah.....some of my favorite moments....flying the Mizzen Staysail!

[Lola]

Thanks Ed,This picture tells it all. I'm moving forward when I get home this week. gh