Roller Furler Lines

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Aug 11, 2011
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O'day 30 313 Georgetown MD
On my 25.5 the line to roll in the Furler is set up in a most uncomfortable way. It comes down the port gunwale, through three blocks, the last one having the jaws to hold the line. But to get the jaws to grip or to release the line I have to get over the cockpit ledge, most times having to let go of the tiller while struggling with it. Is there a better way to run the line, so I can do these manouvers with less stress and not having to let go of the tiller. Please keep in mind, I'm a novice at this and maybe my terminology is possible incorrect. :doh:
 
Feb 26, 2004
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Catalina 34 224 Maple Bay, BC, Canada
Most folks have installed a turning block at the base of one of their stanchions. I use a simple rail mount cleat, others have relocated their sheetstoppers (clutch).
 
May 25, 2004
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Hunter 260 Pepin, WI
With stanchion mounted fair-leads and a cleat, you can route the furling line to any spot within reach of the tiller. The way this line is used, a clam cleat is not needed.
 
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