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On my CDI furler, the RF jib is initially raised up the furler by means
of a halyard built into the furler. The sail must have a #6 foil
rather than hanks. Would it really be any trouble to change sails?
With the current set-up, this would involve a trip to the bow but so
would changing a sail with a conventional system.

A prefeeder is a good idea. It's easy to jam the sail --and enlarge the
slot-- if you're in a hurry.

Changing sails on a CDI isn't as easy as some, so I would do it
primarily at anchor. When we're out and things blow up, I partially furl
and live with the decreased performance rather than risk my hide.

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Jere Lull
Xan-a-Deux ('73 Tanzer 28 #4 out of Tolchester, MD)
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