Martin 16: Tractor Steering
For those sailors who have difficulty with the standard Martin 16 joystick steering, a “tractor” steering option can be installed. This system was designed by Gene Hinkel. two small metal guide boxes are fixed to the outside of the front seat. These remain in place and out of the way ...
RS Venture Connect: Electronic Steering & Sheeting
The RS Venture Connect Power Assist Pack is a conversion kit that includes a rechargeable battery and control pack, powered captive mainsheet winch, joystick control and sip-puff headset option. The watertight, rechargeable battery pack and control box is removable for charging in the club house. IPX7 fast-fit connectors are installed ...
Sonar: Joystick/Sip ‘n’ Puff Steering
This actuator-driven system was developed by Gene Hinkel and Steve Alvey for Y-Knot Sailing. The first version of this system required a plate to be installed on the side rear of the cockpit to attach the actuator. With this system, the helmsperson is in front of the traveler, and we ...