Weta Trimaran Rigging Options

The Weta Trimaran offers multiple options for powering up, or down, by simply changing how you rig the boat. Here's a few tips on using sail clew plate adjustment, Cunningham, mast rake and batten tension to gain greater control over your boat in any conditions.
So how should you rig your Weta? That depends on the conditions and your skill level. It’s not a bad idea for those new to the boat to rig for the highest winds you expect to encounter on any given day. As you gain more skill, you’ll probably find yourself rigging for the lightest air you expect to encounter, so that you’ll be able to move in the lulls. In the gusts, you’ll rely on good boat handling skills. Remember the old axiom - “ease, hike and trim.”
Do keep in mind that it is possible to have too much power. There is little to be gained from a mainsail that has to stay opened most of the time in order to dump excess power. In those situations you’re likely to go faster by being able to sheet in and still keep the boat relatively flat, so you'd rig to make less power. It’s not very hard to make good power in heavy air - the trick is not to make too much.

[@Happ465]

At the US Multihull Championship in Wetas 5d was the mast rake most of us used. We actually used a protractor to get the exact rake.

[@willemf58]

Thank you, as "starting" WETA sailor I can learn a lot of your eXperiences.

[@jaysparc]

Hi Tom love watching your videos. I can't wait to sail my WETA once the ice melts.

[@stephenschroeder2901]

Hey as a Weta beginner that was very helpful thank you

[@ZoneTelevision]

Excellent explanations of sailing dynamics. Ever reef the sail on your Weta ?

[@TomKirkman1]

It's not possible to reef it. Instead you use the clew plate adjustment and other items that I mentioned in the video to depower. There are some custom Weta sails that have been made with reef points.

[@ZoneTelevision]

TomKirkman1 thanks again 👍🌬⛵️

[@ZoneTelevision]

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[@TomKirkman1]

As the owner of a TriFoiler, I'm not terribly impressed with any of the new foiling boats.

[@ZoneTelevision]

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[@graemebutler5883]

Can you show how you have made and connected Duel Tiller arms

[@TomKirkman1]

The extensions are fitted with short sections of rubber hose on the tiller end. A single 1/4-20 screw runs up through the tiller arm and through the ends of the hose section. A washer and nut on top. This allows for flex at the joint. It's a simple set up.

[@graemebutler5883]

Have you got a picture please Tom

[@TomKirkman1]

I don't currently but will try and get one for you this coming week.

[@graemebutler5883]

Thx Tom

[@grafitecslovakia]

I have to say this is such great idea, very clever and great video