There is a mainsail on that boom even though you would think it was a bare boom until you see the head at the front end. Flaking the mainsail, what you need to know sail fanatics duration. This furling jibgenoa is built to typical production boats oem original equipment manufactured construction standards and is intended to be a cost effective alternative to expensive custom sails. Fits boats with cdi roller furling or with hank on sails, does not fit 2007 and newer 26m with macgregor built roller furling system use 31041m3 or the upgraded 31171m3. Technical support, customer service and product information. Other more performanceoriented types that racing sailors, in particular, might be interested in include belowdeck furlers, like those included in harken s mkiv line or the furlex tdin which the entire furling drum is located beneath the foredeckand lowprofile webbingbased systems, like the facnor flatdeckin which webbing is used. This macgregor furling jib is a duplicate of the now out of production original factory sail. You can select and purchase your diy furling system from jimmy green online, choosing from the leading brands. Skipper bob steadman and first mate kaye nottbusch of sloop, bettie rig a harken no. A harken battcar system is a simple, lowcost solution to a problem that seems bigger than it is. Harken vs profurl furling systems sailboat owners forums. Sheave carriers pivot sidetoside to accommodate changing lead angles.
We find that we use the sail more often than our neighbors who have to go thru the gyrations required to unwrap and put away their regular sails. Too much mainsail for the wind conditions can be dangerous. Listings for roller furlers 18 shop this category for. Since 1968, west marine has grown to over 250 local stores, with knowledgeable associates happy to assist. Select your furling system based on the type of sail to be furled. Used headsail furlers, used roller furlers, used code zero furlers, used boom furlers, used mainsail furlers, used furling equipment. It has worked very well for me and is now 24 years old the only problem i have had with it was not its. Roller furling can also be used to reef, giving you more options in a variety of weather conditions. For sale is a harken unit 0 mkiii furler unit currently sits on and fits a catalina 27. The days of hanking on sails are long gone, so if you are still struggling on deck, its time to join the 21st century by investing in a quality harken roller furling system.
Systems these diagrams show common configurations that will give you ideas to improve sail handling on your boat. This video from harken describes harken furling systems, including how to maintain them through the years. Schaefer marines boom furling system is the result of years of research, design and sailing. Harken jib reefing and furling systems make all the difference in headsail control and allow racers and cruisers to furl and reef safely from the cockpit. Proven over thousands of miles of use, our unique patented articulating sail track enables you to reef or furl on any point of sail all from the safety of the cockpit. Roller furling systems have made managing headsails easier for about 30 years.
For the best results, use a sail designed specifically for reefing with your mkiv furler. Buying guide to roller furling systems for your sailboat. I couldnt be happier with our behind the mast furling system. It is fantastic at the end of the sailing day when we grab the furling line and put the sail away in less than 15 seconds. The independent swivels allow the middle to furl first, flattening the sail and reducing heel. Harken offers a variety of furling systems to safely tame softluff sails from the cockpit. We look at each type of main reefing systems, describe the mainsail reefing equipment, describe reefing techniques, and mainsail reefing tips. These diagrams show common configurations that will give you ideas to improve sail handling on your boat. Large or small, your cruising boat should have a furling system. The previous generation of freeflying sail furlers often resulted in partial or uneven furling.
The harken reflex furling system is a game changer. Furling systems harken is really proud of their stuff i am not sure id have purchased one but the po had put one on the boat back in the 1986 timeframe one of their early mk 1 units. Furlex jib furling system how to install it youtube. Small boat units are for furling only, not reefing. Small boat and code zero units are for furling only, not for reefing. This article compares the various methods of reefing the main sail, specifically mainsail reefing systems. The harken lazy jack kit uses a set of lines on either side of. If your boat has never had a furling system, or if the furler thats installed needs replacement, there are more choices available than ever, and. Use furling outhaul cars with inmast or behindthemast furlers on boats up to. Find out what furling system best suits your boat and your budget call us now on 01752 816125 shop now roller reefing systems is a fresh new idea for the marine industry, with increasing growth in the sail making market we have used our contacts and experience to supply high quality reefing systems. The latest thing is a furling mainsail macgregor brochure. I am looking at installing the facnor mainsail furling system on the main and mizzen sails.
Lazy jacks are designed to contain and restrain a main sail when furling and reefing. Listings for roller furlers 18 used boat equipment. In fact im seeing a number of boats who dont even bother to put a mainsail on the boat. Battcars let you raise, lower, and reef at any wind angle while enjoying efficient sail shape underway. I think it is the only roller reefing system for a main that actually works in all areas listed above. Rating is available when the video has been rented. Head sail furling systems furling systems furler cdi furler harken furler. For sale is a harken unit 0 mkiii furler unit currently sits on and fits a catalina 27 comes complete.
Harken lazy jack kit installation video by sailrite youtube. Include only new products clearance products custom yacht. Your old hank on head sails have done your well, but now is the time to replace it with a furling headsail from precision sails. Cdi jib and genoa furler for mac gregor 26 headstay 25 8. Buying guide to roller furling systems for your sailboat west marine. Adding a harken lazy jack to your system makes dropping and reefing the sail even easier by gathering the mainsail on the boom. Raising the genoa, but not the main when its windy. A tutorial with hints tips and techniques to make it nice and easy duration. Economical replacement working jib for all macgregor 26x models made 1995 2003 with roller furling.
Why choose battcars instead of inboom or inmast furling. For the best results, use a sail designed specifically for. Diagrams are complete with part numbers for average boats within a given size range. It is the most advanced solution for mainsail reefing and furling. Mainsail reefing is an important part of mainsail trim. At fisheries supply we offer a wide range of roller furling systems from all the best brands including harken, schaefer, ronstan, pro furl and more so shop us today. Jib reefing systems are suitable for jibs, genoas and yankees with a luff rope and flat sail shape. Use furling outhaul cars with inmast or behind themast furlers on boats up to.
Battcar systems outperform inmast or inboom furling, cost less, and. The time to upgrade your sailboat to a roller furling system is now. Charlotte taylor talks about the features and benefits of the harken mkiv furling unit on her boat rocinante. Formula spars, harken, hood yacht systems, inmast furlers, leisure furl, mainsail furling, rigging companies in annapolis. Kit for cleanly running your roller furling line back to. Buy cdi jib and genoa furler for mac gregor 26 headstay 25 8, sailing gear, sailboat parts, sails and running rigging at vela sailing supply.
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