Notes
Design changes, test results, and things learned on the water.
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What Causes Jib Furling Jams?
What causes jib furling jams? Learn the most common mechanical, sail trim, and installation issues that bind a furler and how to prevent them.
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Sailboat Rigging Labor Savings That Add Up
Sailboat rigging labor savings start with smarter furling design. Cut mast work, avoid rig removal, and reduce install time and risk onboard.
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Bearingless Furler vs Bearing Drum
Bearing less furler vs bearing drum – compare drag, maintenance, halyard wrap risk, installation, and where each system makes sense on sailboats.
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External Halyard vs Swivel Furler
External halyard vs swivel furler – compare wrap risk, maintenance, weight, installation, and reliability to choose the right furling setup.
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Do Furlers Need Rigging Removal?
Do furlers need rigging removal? Often yes with traditional systems, but newer designs install from deck without pulling stays or climbing.
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Deck Mounted Sail Furler: What to Know
A deck mounted sail furler can cut rigging work, reduce weight, and simplify installs. Learn how design choices affect fit, safety, and use.
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How Does a Roller Furler Work?
How does a roller furler work? Learn how the drum, foil, and furling line control your headsail, plus what affects strength, reliability, and setup.
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Best Sailboat Furler for Small Boats?
Choosing a sailboat furler for small boats means balancing weight, fit, and install effort. Here’s what matters before you buy.
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Roller Furling System Comparison Guide
A furling system can look nearly identical on a spec sheet and behave very differently once it is on the boat.
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Easy to Install Furler: What Matters
An easy to install jib furler should reduce rigging work, weight, and failure points while improving furling control from the deck.