Spar Care; Sail Care - RS Quba Rigging Manual

• Anodising will prevent surface corrosion, however if surface damage does
occur the aluminium should be polished with wax polish e.g. car polish.
• Nylon mouldings are maintenance free but can be replaced if damaged.
If you run aground hard with the
has not been punctured at the front or the trailing edge of the
Special 'shock absorbing' pads have been fitted at these points to reduce the risk of
damage, and these can be replaced if damaged.
If you are going to trail your boat frequently, you may wish to invest in some RS
Racing padded rudder bags. These will protect your RS Q
caused by the foils.
The mast and boom
inside and out. Check all of the riveted fittings on a regular basis for any signs of
corrosion or wear.
The mainsail should be rolled and stored dry, out of direct sunlight. When using a
new sail for the first time, try to avoid extreme conditions as high loads on new
sailcloth can diminish the racing life of the sail.
If your sail is stained in any way, try to remove it using a light detergent and warm
water. DO NOT attempt to launder the sail yourself.
A sail can be temporarily repaired using a self-adhesive cloth tape, such as
or Mylar. The sail should be returned to a sail maker for a professional repair. Check
for wear and tear, especially around the
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5.3 Spar Care

are aluminium. Wash with fresh water as often as possible, both

5.4 Sail Care

down, you should check that the
UBA
batten pockets, on a regular basis.
hull
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from any damage
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