Tension measurement for synthetic fibre rigging
 

All,

What is the general approach to achieving a controlled tension if synthetic fibre rigging is used?

I would like something that would allow loading of the stays to get some forestay tension, but not load too much.

Intended use is for a Tornado rig with larger jib on a light sport-boat. As jib area will increase I would like to increase forestay tension without doing it all with the main sheet as this could possibly cup the main.

Kind regards
Patrik

Has this not been done by anyone? Any input is appreciated.

Kind regards
Patrik