d parker wrote:

"Terry Spragg" wrote in message
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d parker wrote:


The Auto pilot requires more than the price for the unit itself. Power
generation and power storage have to be increased. So if the boat isnt
already set up with good power, you will need to get the check book out
again.

Besides, if youre sailing short handed its useful. But most of the time
there is someone on board to take the helm.


...and, you need a sharp watchman anyway.

Terry K


SNip

yep you're right. I reckon he should get the furler

DP

I maintain that a pull down line on the jib head, led aft to the
cockpit via a small block at the forepeak, is a better answer overall.

Pull jib down, sieze up downhaul, set main reef, rehoist jib is a
very safe manouver. It should also be easy for any fit sailor. No
boat should be sailing without consideration for crew fitness.

A well designed rig near the extreme of conditions will enable you
to sail well under a main trysail alone. If not, you should be
trailing warps or a drogue under bare poles, and warming up a can of
beans under your armpit, battened down, on deck or below.

A bare forestay is better in a blow than a baggy wrinkled genny
forcing your head downwind.

Terry K