Preventers are they Deadly? You decide - Sailors Court - Debrief 114

This is the Sailors Court Where You decide In sailing, the forward preventer and amidship preventer are both used to control the boom and prevent it from swinging wildly, but they serve slightly different purposes and have different advantages. # Forward Preventer A forward preventer is a line or tackle that runs from the boom to a point on the bow (front) of the boat. Its primary function is to: 1. *Prevent accidental jibes*: By holding the boom in place, the forward preventer prevents the boom from swinging across the boat, which can cause loss of control or damage. 2. *Stabilize the boom*: The forward preventer helps to keep the boom steady, reducing the loads by up to Nine times less than the Amidship. 3. *Allow for more control*: By limiting the boom's movement, the forward preventer gives the crew more control over the sail and the boat's direction. # Amidship Preventer An amidship preventer, on the other hand, runs from the boom to a point near the center of the boat. Its primary function is to: 1. *Prevent the boom from rising*: The amidship preventer helps to keep the boom down, which can be useful in light air or on small boats. # Why Forward Preventer Might be Better The forward preventer is often considered better than the amidship preventer for several reasons: 1. *More effective at preventing accidental jibes*: The forward preventer is more effective at preventing the boom from swinging across the boat, which can cause loss of control or damage. 2. *Reduced stress on the rigging*: While the amidship preventer can reduce stress on the rigging, the forward preventer can also help to reduce stress on the mast, boom, and rigging by stabilizing the boom. However, it's worth noting that both preventers have their own advantages and disadvantages, and the choice between them ultimately depends on the specific sailing conditions, the type of boat. More often than not, riggers will opt for the forward preventer. Sailing for Beginners, Sailing Experiences, Sailing Expedition 0:00 intro 0:40 the Sailors Court 0:50 Preventer v Preventer 1:05 the Amidship Preventer can kill 1:30 the Defense of the Amidship Preventer 2:30 The case for the Forward Preventer 4:30 why the preventer is a critical safety device. 5:00 the Platino Incident Background 5:49 Accident Investigation on the Platino 6:40 why the forward preventer is stronger. 7:10 evidence on why the Forward Preventer is stronger 7:50 preventer conspiracy 8:00 Jury Deliberations 9:00 conclusion- Sailing with Leon (the right way) https://youtu.be/FgZrKjnnLXY?si=59UZ_UrG00Sui8Ct Maryland School of Sailing (the Less Right way) https://youtu.be/qAhUWCa-KoQ?si=NBfPfuT53ODTr9sI Practical Sailor missed the primary reason as well https://youtu.be/gG1_Ft1iyls?si=a7xUKuOmbwnP_z-y