On Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:20:45 -0700, "Capt. JG"
wrote:

"Lew Hodgett" wrote in message
...

"Capt. JG" wrote:

I can't get my main to the top without a winch either, unless there's
minimal wind.

External halyards and good slide/track mechanism makes most of that go
away.

Had a 30ft Seafarer with a high aspect sail plan (small main, only 10 ft
boom) and external halyards.

Never had a problem with the main.


Lew




I have an in-mast halyard. I need to improve the slide/track situation.

Tides Marine has an excellent system for a LOT less moola than Harken.
Makes the main feel like it's not even attached to the mast. About $25
a foot, complete, and you can install it yourself.