The Chief of Maintenance, Brian Evans, has brought forward the fact that a number of the cotter pins that are used to secure the shroud turnbuckles are installed and turned outward such that the sail (jib, primarily) can snag and be torn from these sharp edges.
If you see a turnbuckle and cotter pin assembly turned in such a way, bring it to the attention of the dockmaster of the day and/or record your finding into the maintenance log. If you're mechanically inclined, you can even turn the offending turnbuckle 1/2 turn and position the cotter pin inward to avoid catching and ripping a sail.
Vigiliance on the part of all members is crucial to preserve the life of all club equipment and is greatly appreicated.
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