Basic Spinnaker Setup

Below is a Pacer sailor's sketch of a conventional spinnaker setup which has been tried and tested in the class for decades. Pacer class rules allow a considerable amount of flexibility in terms of your boat's setup and, therefore, there are a variety of different ways you may wish to run your spinnaker system - This is just one of those.

A spinnaker system using a spinnaker chute and conventional pole:

If your club is interested in hosting a session to train local sailors, the Pacer Association of Australia delivers spinnaker workshops and we may be able to tee one up for you. We can show you some different options, the fittings required and talk through optimal trim under kite. Visit this page on our website for more information / enquiries: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/paceraus/sailing-faster/rigging-a-spinnaker