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Len wrote:
On Wed, 19 Oct 2005 13:12:23 GMT, (Mic) wrote:

Furling or HankOn sails?
Which do you prefer and why?

"Todays headsail-reefing/furling systems are extremely reliable.
Failure is rare and is usually the result of improper installation or
incorrect use. "

http://www.cncphotoalbum.com/doityou...llerreefer.htm

Somewhat basic but some good tips and info, worth a look.

Excellent drawing diagrams.

Enjoy Mic.

For ease of handling and cause we don't race we chose a furling genoa.
The only thing is, what to do when you need to set a storm jib.
A real bit of wind will probably tear a furled genoa apart.
ATN claims they have a solution: the ATN Galesail.
Haven't had any experience with it but I think I'd rather use a simple
and strong hank-on storm jib than installing this sleeve over the
furled genoa first.
So, I'm glad we have an inner forestay. I have thought about a second
furler on the inner forestay but I decided not to for this reason.

Len
S/v Present

Wise man!

Dennis.