When Did You Last Move Your Genoa Lead?
With efficient headsail roller furlers the norm, optimizing usable sail area is crucial when the wind comes up. Harken’s two-car towable lead system lets you quickly adjust the sail from the cockpit. Your boat will heel less, point higher, and go faster as it carries you safely to port. http://www.harken.com/traveler/
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If you have want to know more about genoa lead systems, check out this Q & A for answers to questions customers have asked us, plus links to related articles and additional technical information.
http://www.harken.com/traveler/Genoa_TravelerSystems.php
First Vendée for Samantha Davies
This is the first Vendée for British entrant Samantha Davies, but the third for her Open 60 Roxy (formally Vincent Riou's PR4). Sam says Roxie is extremely reliable and very quick downwind. She's added foot chocks and a Harken gearing system to help with winching. http://www.harken.com/Interviews
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Fourth Time Around and 2nd Vendée for Sébastien Josse
After finishing the 2005 Vendée in 5th place despite breakdowns on his six-year-old VMI, Sébastien Josse is among the favorites for a podium finish in the 2008 edition of the race. Harken caught up with him before the start. http://www.harken.com/interviews/sebjosse.php
Open 60 Deck Design—Harken France
Patrick and Jean talk about Open 60s and their long history with the Vendée Globe and how, even with today's stiffer, more powerful boats, dependable hardware is making them faster and safer to sail. http://www.harken.com/Interviews/
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Harken Names CEO and Global Management Team
Peter and Olaf Harken and their Board of Directors have appointed Harken’s new leadership team. Founders Peter and Olaf Harken remain active as Chairmen of the Board. “Investing in the strongest leaders that have helped us get to where we are today makes the most sense for Harken’s future," explained Peter and Olaf. "Just like in yacht racing, you want to hand over the helm in the most planned and smooth transition possible. http://www.harken.com/press/Harken-LeadershipAnnouncement.php
Unmatched Customer Service
When you buy Harken, you become part of our global family and can expect the best in one-on-one service. Give us a shout at 262-691-3320, email Harkentechnicalservice.aspx, or check online for question and answer articles, manuals, charts and other technical information. For face-to-face conversations, our tech staff is really friendly, has all kinds of tips, and loves to share.
Here are just a few of the boat shows our staff will be going to in 2009. Stop by!
London Boat Show 1/9-1/18, Strictly Sail Chicago 1/29-2/1, Strictly Sail Miami 2/12-2/16,
Strictly Sail Pacific 4/15-4/19
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