1993 Mac 26S. I'm the third owner. The jib is probably the original sail and is in normally-worn but good condition. The boat is used about 7 times each year, trailering to various destinations in eastern NC. My girlfriend and I can rig the boat in about 45 min. I'm in my lower 50's and she's....well, she jokes about being 29, again. ;-) We're both fit, and I'm mechanically inclined.
It's time to add roller furling. I did some research here and will probably order the CDI system from Blue Water on the west coast. Does anyone here have recommendations - get the upgraded ball bearing kit or not? Again, we sail about 7 times each year. I don't waste money but I don't mind spending more, if it's needed. And should I replace the jib while I'm buying the furler? Is the installation fairly easy? Is it difficult to pack it away for trailering, versus just securing the forestay? Is removal of the sail required, when trailering?
Thanks!
It's time to add roller furling. I did some research here and will probably order the CDI system from Blue Water on the west coast. Does anyone here have recommendations - get the upgraded ball bearing kit or not? Again, we sail about 7 times each year. I don't waste money but I don't mind spending more, if it's needed. And should I replace the jib while I'm buying the furler? Is the installation fairly easy? Is it difficult to pack it away for trailering, versus just securing the forestay? Is removal of the sail required, when trailering?
Thanks!