Roller furling genoa plus standard batten mainsail with a top full batten. With torlon bearings in machined races to assure smooth operation, you can trust schaefer furling to add a whole new dimension to deploying and stowing your sails. Dec 17, 2016 there are many reasons to have a roller furling system for your headsail and convenience is the big one. New roller furling jibs versatile and easily trimmed.
Roller furling is a shorthanders best friend, and the easiest way to control a variety of headsails on boats of any size. The furlex genoa furling and reefing system was first launched in 1983. To unfurl the genoa, uncleat the furling line and pull on the leeward sheet. Size is based on the headstay and clevis pin diameters listed on unit pages. Harken roller furling and roller reefing systems are designed for performance cruising and racing sailors. Although a deeply reefed furling genoa is not very efficientthere is typically too much draft in the sail, which translates to increased heelingthere is no arguing that it can cope just fine with most conditions experienced by coastal sailors, in winds up to 30. G in addition, the cross cut furling genoa has strengthening patches at the highest load. Genoa reefing development has been mirrored by considerable discussion on the wayfarer forum too. Months before, when we were deciding what type of roller furler to add to ao, the schaefer marine snapfurl cf700 stood out as a logical choice, not merely because schaefer had agreed to donate the unit for the purpose of our handson story but because the cf700 is intended for a.
After searching youtube for advice and a walk through, and finding very little, i. I could not manually furl the genoa as i had done previously because the takeup drum was free from its mounting. Roller furling, roller reefing, gear, sails, et al gear. Sailboat running rigging types in boom furling requiring sailboat basics masthead roller reefing types of sailboat roller furling and rigging. Storage is another, you do not have to put the sail in a continue reading roller furling system. Layout of closed cell foam strips for luff support when sail is furled 2. Although staysail rollerfurling is effective and very.
The mainsail because it furls like a jib cannot support battens, hence the mainsail needs to be cut with leach hollow like a jibgenoa. Unlike a regular roller reefing genoa, the passagemaker has crescentshaped foam quilted to the luff that gradually adds bulk to the luff. When the wind builds, the crew will simply tuck in the third reef. This brief synopsis will give you an idea of what to expect when installing a new unit, no. Furlers have become a reliable, easy to install, industry standard found on many performance racing boats as well as necessary gear for cruisers. Consult hoods furling genoa brochure on nauticexpo. Constructing a roller furling jib or genoa sail kit part. As soon as i began, i could see the entire roller furler foil was coming down. Tie one end of the 14 or 516 for a3a4 and b series halyard to the top of the genoa, feed the luff.
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. Luff tape conversion kit instructions convert your hank on sail to roller furling duration. In mast furling consists of a roller furler unit fitted inside a mast section that has a slot in the aft end for the mainsail to roll in and out of. Schaefer furling and reefing systems are legendary for their ability to perform under the most adverse conditions. If thats the case, you need to put the halyard on a winch and raise it back up the last 12. Trouble shooting your roller furling system vermont. Mar 26, 2009 months before, when we were deciding what type of roller furler to add to ao, the schaefer marine snapfurl cf700 stood out as a logical choice, not merely because schaefer had agreed to donate the unit for the purpose of our handson story but because the cf700 is intended for a modestsized sailboat. Mar 23, 2012 such sails furl poorly, reef abominably, and require you to move the jib lead every time you reef the sail.
Roller furling and reefing systems sailboat rigging types. Roller furling allows you to spend less time folding or changing sails and more time on the water sailing. The sculptured bearing races and large torlon bearings along with the snug fit of the sail luff extrusions make for one of the easiest to furl roller furling, reefing systems and longest lasting. Roller furling can also be used to reef, giving you more options in a variety of weather conditions. On a 5%, youd probably want them around 110% and 90%.
As our friend was implying, the wind is often up around here, so many times when sailing, weve been forced to. Roller furling genoas are the primary workhorse on most cruising boats. Roller furling maintenance ocean navigator mayjune 2014. 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 the products are all pretty efficient. Also unhook the jib halyard from the roller furling be sure to secure the jib halyard to a nearby lifeline or somewhere to keep it from getting away. Sometimes referred to as a jib reefing system the ability to set the sail and furl it away and without having to leave the cockpit is huge. Harken roller furling roller reefing for jib and genoa. I was under the impression that jib furling systems for small day sailors were all in or all out, and not intended for partially deployed settings. This sail kit includes full battens, slugs, leech line, outhaul slug, and reef points. The boat is a 17 ft arch davis penobscot 17 with a stayed gunter rig and i would be using a 110% head sail.
Many of the problems associated with roller furlers can be attributed to the design of the spar. Trust schaefer furling to add a whole new dimension to your foretriangle. Furling genoa hood pdf catalogs documentation boating. Furling system genoa furler headsail furling jib furlers sailboat blocks sailboat hardware. 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. It has multiple layers of sailcloth to resist the corner loading on the sail. Unshackle the top of the sail from the roller furling. The spar is fixed at the bottom by a reef line or in the case of a reef rite furler, by a pawl. Furler development and how racing influenced design before furling and still today sailors have, and do carry, different sized head sails to accommodate various wind conditions and by selecting the correct combination of sails and reefing choices, the boat found a comfortable attitude while underway. Once youve got the basics taken care of, your final choice of furler will likely depend on your budget and the unique features offered by each model or brand. Perhaps the worst situation is having the bolt rope of the sail luff pull out of the luff groove and jam part way up.
Choose furler type the table below is based on sailing style and approximate boat size. The genoa can be furled in or out, or reefed to reduce foresail area. Choosing the correct size unit for your boat is vital to ensure the system works efficiently. Harkens mkiv furling systems are strong, lightweight and aerodynamic. Roller furling genoa north furling genoas have the strength and toughness to withstand the inevitable flogging, furling, rig impact and shock loading associated with bluewater sailing. Kits contain everything you need to sew a genoa sleeve and are available for sails from 1563 feet. Rigging standing rigging tuning roller furling inmastinboom mainsail roller furling running rigging sailboat rigs small gaff rigged sailboats yacht rigging types fractional sloop masthead or fractional rig are sailing yachts types. Converting on hanks genoa into one on a furling system. Assembling corner patches building a mainsail part 3 youtube. For the serious offshore sailor and to meet the racers requirements select the harken mkiv roller furler or. Choosing the correct size unit for your boat is vital to. Sailboat rigs small gaff rigged sailboats yacht rigging types fractional sloop masthead or fractional rig are sailing yachts types. Constructing a roller furling jib or genoa sail kit part 10.
Such sails furl poorly, reef abominably, and require you to move the jib lead every time you reef the sail. Schaefer marine roller reefing and roller furler systems are ruggedly built to meet the demands placed on yachts and sailboats. Constructing a roller furling jib or genoa sail kit part 7. H arken roller furling systems have aerodynamic extrusions and tough inter lock connectors to withstand roller reefing loads.
We will be constructing a roller furling jib or genoa kit. If you do a search on this forum for furler and you find some good info. North sails xi cruise laminates feature black aramid warp yarns and our exclusive exact xscrim reinforcement, sandwiched between thin layers of polyester taffeta. Roller furling and reefing systems sailboat rigging types sections. You will need to add a wire pennant to the top of the sail so as to allow the head swivel to be 2. When purchasing this line, the genoa rolls over the stay. You should be able to reef a furling genoa on a 40footer. 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. The reefurl roller reefing furling system allows you to reef partially deploy the sail in strong wind. If the genoa has slid down the roller furling, it should have a lot of wrinkles on the luff front edge.
The wykehammartin instructions say that you must have an independent stay to support the mast and i understood that was the way most people used them. The titanium passagemaker genoa incorporates all the features that cruising sailors want most in a roller furlingroller reefing genoa. With its attractive combination of aluminium, composite and stainless steel it adds a touch of class to any yacht. This is not a bad option, providing the reef is deep enough. It is very important to hold some tension on the furling line. Originally posted by todd bradshaw its not terribly difficult to rig a small roller furler, like the harken type with a swivel at the top, a drum at the bottom and a wire inside the jib luff that takes the load instead of the headstay, but they dont reef properly. To name a few, we build larger, reinforced patches. Strength is just the beginning of why a schaefer furler is the. Removing the shackle from the top of the roller furling. With a furler, the genoa can be reefed or stowed from the safety of the cockpit without the physical effort of dragging sails onto the foredeck, so a small crew can sail a large boat, or a moderate size boat can be single handed. A small drum at the bottom of the stay, so that the roller sheet can be stored ther when the genoa is in use. Aug 25, 2016 the titanium passagemaker genoa incorporates all the features that cruising sailors want most in a roller furling roller reefing genoa. A mainsail may also be furled by a similar system, whereby the sail is furled within the mast or around a rotating boom or around a rotating shaft within a boom. So, if one were to purchase a new roller furling and reefing headsail, one ought to have the sailmaker put in reinforcement patches on foot and leech at common reef points.
Homemade roller reefing having the wires in you sail luff support the mast with a wykehammartin or merriman furler sounds scary. Nov 05, 2014 i just bough a new 5% genoa, for very cheap considering it never has been taken out of the bag, it has the sunbrella already sewn in but it is too long in luff for my roller furler. With torlon bearings in machined races to assure smooth operation, you can trust schaefer furling to add a whole new dimension to. Dec 28, 2010 we will be constructing a roller furling jib or genoa kit. Make your own sleeve furling cover with a kit from sailrite. To reef the sail, first ease the sheet to reduce the load on it, and then pull in the furling line.
Homemade roller reefing originally posted by jimmy i know about the wykehammartin and merriman furling gears, but i would like the ability to reef and i think the awkward installation requiring extra hardware to mount them on the bowsprit insde the. The reefurl roller reefing furling system is designed to withstand the most rigorous demands of todays commercial, racing and cruising sailboats or yachts that need a reliable roller reefing furling system, not just a roller furling. Schaefer marine genoa and jib roller furler, roller. Roller furling genoa plus standard batten mainsail with. North furling genoas have the strength and toughness to withstand the inevitable flogging, furling, rig impact and shock loading associated with bluewater sailing. Also at the head of a genoa jib sail the luff tape is subjected to a lot of stress, as it is feed in and out of the furling unit over and over again. Drums use free rolling, low maintenance torlon bearings in the mkiv units and delrin bearings in the cruising versions. Unshackle the sail from the bottom of the roller furling mechanism. There are many reasons to have a roller furling system for your headsail and convenience is the big one. Roller furling is typically used for foresails such as jibs or genoas a mainsail may also be furled by a similar system, whereby the sail is furled within the mast or around a rotating boom or around a rotating shaft within a boom. Get the best out of your furling headsail sail magazine.
Some manufacturers, for example, offer the option of both a simpler systemlike the harken esp or facnors lsor a higherperformance systemlike harkens mk iv or facnors. Installing roller furling on a cruising sailboat cruising world. Mainsails,a maximum of 2 rows of reef are fitted so the sails load path panel. The sculptured bearing races and large torlon bearings along with the snug fit of the sail luff extrusions make for one of the easiest to furl. Trouble shooting your roller furling system vermont sailing.
Roller furling systems have made managing headsails easier for about 30 years. Buying guide to roller furling systems for your sailboat. Weve been carrying around a whole selection of headsails, but have only ever used the furling genoa that was on the boat when we purchased it. When you are preparing for more ambitious passagemaking, however, the case for dedicated storm sails does become much stronger. For the serious offshore sailor and to meet the racers requirements select the harken mkiv roller furler or the harken code zero free flying rollers for reachers. The sailmaker also added large reinforcement patches at the reef tack and clew. I doubt that you would want an electric powered furler. A top notch furling genoa will be equipped with head and tack reefing patches and reefing marks see photo. I was wondering what you thought about cutting the sail down by just taking a slice out of the leach. A new roller furling jib from north sails is a unique blend of racing and cruising technology. Watch this demo video to see how quick and easy it is to install a sleeve furling cover. The masthead in the top image shows a swivel close to coming off the foil and a spinnaker halyard too close to the foil.
Adjusting and trimming your roller furling headsail. We offer a dedicated range of cruising materials designed to endure harsh conditions. Apr 30, 2018 instead, theyve asked their sailmaker to build a mainsail with a very deep third reef. Jun 11, 2019 roller furling allows you to spend less time folding or changing sails and more time on the water sailing. This mast section is larger than normally required and may require fewer spreaders due to the extra stiffness. In this video we will show you the proper steps required to patch a. Roller furling, roller reefing, gear, sails, et al. Chafe patches must be billed on a time and materials basis. This sail is committed sailing performance and easeofuse. Advantages of a roller furling cutter however, if you do as we do and make the sail on the headstay roller furler a much smaller 100% high clew yankee jib jib topsail and pair that with a low clew staysail, also on a roller furler. Sailrite sail kits are computer designed and panels are precut. Removing a roller furled jibcommuter cruiser commuter. Nov 22, 2014 a small drum at the bottom of the stay, so that the roller sheet can be stored ther when the genoa is in use.
Harken roller furling roller reefing for jib and genoa sails. Clew details including leech and foot line exits with pockets, sunbrella uv cover, leathered clew piece 3. Understanding headsail furling systems by bill hooper. If the sail furls, but will not furl once the sail is attached to the drum at the tack, the halyard is wrapping around the top of the furler. Make sure you keep some tension on the sheet while the sail is being furled. Harken roller reefing systems have a large inside spool diameter for easy roller reefing.
Removing a furling head sail is a pretty straightforward job when you know how, we didnt. The spar is fixed at the bottom by a reef line or in the case of a reefrite furler, by a pawl. Schaefer marine genoa and jib roller furler, roller furling. Roller furling is typically used for foresails such as jibs or genoas. Npl tour series sails are produced using the worlds most advanced sailcloth laminator. The five most common sails on a sailboat are mainsail, jibsail, genoa, spinaker and genaker. Tips for getting the most out of roller furling sails. Well deal with the spinnaker and genaker first in regards to reefing because its pretty simple. The time to upgrade your sailboat to a roller furling system is now. I decided to release the halyard and lower the genoa by sliding it off of the roller furler foil. Unlike a regular roller reefing genoa, the passagemaker has crescentshaped foam quilted to.
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