We will outline in some detail our seafaring life so that you know when we talk about sailing junk rig, we speak from a lifelong sailing experience. However, we will never stop learning. Many of Pete’s ventures mentioned here showcase that a junk rig is a viable cruising rig for those who might be interested in it.
The junk rig is, without doubt, the most efficient cruising rig. As a junk rig is not the norm, this puts most people off from even considering it. In many ways, you need to experience a junk rig to fully appreciate its wonderful qualities. Come on board!
In a few simple words, the rig’s qualities are:
- Despite perceived wisdom and unjustified criticism junk rigs sail well to windward compared to an average cruising bermudan rig, but cannot compare to a racing boat.
- It is easy to reef and handle in squally conditions
- The sails are self-tending when tacking, making short tacking under sail effortless
- Simple DIY sail making, plus low cost and ease of repair
- Unstayed mast removes the rigging wire problems
- There is no need to change sails, and no sail bags down below
- For many more, read “50 Advantages of Junk Rig” by Annie Hill:
- https://app.box.com/s/2c2hsbay8fnqprvtpch8
Junk Rig Association YouTube Channel – Introduction to JR:
Part 1: https://youtu.be/vzYrltpD5x4?si=15fI2AbKgRq7wRTB
Part 2: https://youtu.be/EKWEOnfh3HY?si=myIXG3An7Ls8ZGjy
Part 3: https://youtu.be/2IvhNRh3gho?si=eJbvwIhvN3noKZw2
Part 4: https://youtu.be/_CxEqrqwdes?si=QvPDtYsznmtHURxr
3D Model for Junk Rig
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