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by Alberto Spada
25 Jan 2026, 19:03
Forum: Class Rules
Topic: The size of a vang/kicking strap ... discussion
Replies: 46
Views: 2657
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Re: The size of a vang/kicking strap ... discussion

Hi Andrew, Thank you for your contribution. I would like to thank Brad for reminding us of what happened ten years ago (which I did not mention out of delicacy, as I was involved at the time) with the gooseneck bodies that “created sail area” for about 25 square millimeters more than the current rul...
by Alberto Spada
24 Jan 2026, 15:14
Forum: Class Rules
Topic: The size of a vang/kicking strap ... discussion
Replies: 46
Views: 2657
Italy

Re: The size of a vang/kicking strap ... discussion

If I may, I would like to make a proposal that meets Darin Ballington's request and which I believe could be a acceptable basis: - if the vang falls within the defined standard dimensions (see attachment): for example, maximum dimensions of the knurled part used for adjustment and others little part...
by Alberto Spada
23 Jan 2026, 11:00
Forum: Class Rules
Topic: The size of a vang/kicking strap ... discussion
Replies: 46
Views: 2657
Italy

Re: The size of a vang/kicking strap ... discussion

Hi Andrew, I agree with the calculation you have proposed and I agree with Brad observation: it is necessary to have a clear understanding, especially with sketches or drawings, of how to calculate the area, also in relation to the various types of goosenecks currently manufactured. It is also neces...
by Alberto Spada
16 Apr 2012, 16:48
Forum: General IOM
Topic: Brushless winch
Replies: 12
Views: 24257
Italy

Re: Brushless winch

Good morning to all. They are Alberto Spada, owner of AA-Parts and builder of the new winch. I would like to address some inaccuracies appeared on the forum, so as to give correct information. SPEED Both AA-Parts winch than that of RMG have the speed expressed in revolutions per second (if somewhere...