Inflatable spinnakerhandling system replaces the solid bucket or hoop that is used traditionally with spinnaker socks. Advantages – Space/Safety • mproved crew safety: no rigid I edges swinging above deck. • eflates quickly: drops down the D fore hatch easily. • an be deflated between hoists. C • o restrictions on the hatch size. N • ignificant space saving below S deck when packed away: five times smaller than traditional hoop systems. • afe to operate: release valve S prevents over-inflating. • ight and easy to use: easier to L manage on deck when preparing the spinnaker. • ave on expensive repair costs: S won’t damage mast, paintwork or rigging. Key Features • C-Tech SnuffAir bladder designed with a durable chafe-guard, with optional spinnaker sock • Spinnaker sock attached to the chafe-guard with zips • Spinnaker sock without hoops comes with a control-line pocket, using anti-burn materials • Compatible with existing on-board inflation systems (bladder comes with a standard inflation connector with a ¼” BSP thread) • Available as a complete system or can be retrofitted to an existing sock

Design Features • Protects bladder • Webbing control-line attachments top/bottom • Prevents friction-induced wear or burn • Socks available for up/ down line systems or with hoops for halyard hoists • Inflation and pressure release valves • Couples the bladder to the sock • Light mesh spinnaker sock • Compatible with different spinnaker systems • Product constructed from anti-burn material with heavy-duty zips • Control-line pocket, constructed from anti-burn material, helps prevent damage to the sock and the spinnaker • Oval-shaped bladder Specifications For Yachts 35ft+ Snuffair Code Approx...

The SnuffAir has been a big jump forward. They are gentle on the rig, reliable and solve any storage problems. Tom McLaughlin PAGE 32 – C-TECH CATALOGUE (ISSUE 4)

PEACE-OF-MIND PERFORMANCE Through our ability to satisfy and stretch beyond customer expectations we have built a global reputation for time-tested performance. Ordering C-Tech SailBattens and C-Tech PlateBattens are available to sailmakers and end-users directly. To place an orders please contact: Online Support and Installation Guides Look out for our installation guides and batten repair brochures to ensure the maximum lifetime of our products. These can be downloaded from: Prices/Quotes For price information or a quote, please e-mail C-Tech: Or complete the enquiry form on the C-Tech SailBattens...

SailBattens [email protected] www.sailbattens.com SnuffAir [email protected] www.snuffair.com C-Tech [email protected] www.c-tech.co.nz C-Tech Ltd 551 Rosebank Rd, Avondale 1026, Auckland, New Zealand postal PO Box 71-131, Rosebank 1348, Auckland, New Zealand phone +64 (9) 810 8406 fax +64 (9) 828 0095 Results are everything – Performance-led Composite Solutions for Yachting, Sport and Manufacturing PAGE 36 – C-TECH CATALOGUE (ISSUE