Sailing with Selden in-mast furling

[@marcderveeuw]

Thanks for sharing @sailingin-tuitionwithchuck. One change that made a huge difference for me when sailing solo was setting up the outhaul line for the mainsail next to the loop lines on the port deck clutches and winch. Now I can easily control both lines from the port side in the cockpit, winching the outhaul with one hand while managing the loop lines with the other-without needing to move around at all. Working in 20 cm increments on the outhaul helped, and marking reefing positions on the boom has been a game-changer too. Also try the outhaul with the wind from the stern, controlling loop and outhaul on a broadreach start course, boom always on port of course. Would love to see your technique for in-mast furling next time! Cheers

[@sailingin-tuitionwithchuck]

Good stuff! Thanks for sharing!

[@richardlinneman594]

Have you had any trouble with your in mast furling?

[@sailingin-tuitionwithchuck]

None that were attributable to the furling system. My mainsail is original and starting bag. That may eventually cause the sail to bind. But i don't count that as an issue with the selden system. If I ever bought another boat, I would want the selden system again.

[@richardlinneman594]

@@sailingin-tuitionwithchuck Thank you, I am looking at Furling mainsails.

[@sailingin-tuitionwithchuck]

In addition to ease of use and convenience, I think infinite reefing/furling options is such a great benefit. I essentially furl to keep the boat to about 15 degrees of heel. I can easily let a little out or take a little in. I think this minimizes overall stress on the boat