Still on the Learning Curve here so here goes. After motoring out from a crowded launch, is there a good way to raise the Main shorthanded once out on the water in a breeze? I manage to get it done facing (initially) into the wind without anchor, Main luffing & jib furled. Biggest problem is trying to keep the Tiller in one spot & boat on course...usually jam the extention under a cushion but doesn't always stay. Boat blows around too. Gets a little hectic! Would also like suggestions for detaching & cleating the topping lift on the mast under same conditions. Could be going about it all wrong...a better & safer way would be appreciated. Thanks, Joe
Shorthanded in a Breeze
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Tiller tamer
rope gadget attached to tiller that will keep it straight while u do all the work. there are lots of alternatives, but u need one of them for solo.
rope gadget attached to tiller that will keep it straight while u do all the work. there are lots of alternatives, but u need one of them for solo.
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See the archives for the following 2 threads: "Tiller Tamer Submitted by S. Cohen on 08/03 at 06:50PM regarding Hunter 170." "Hunter 170 a single handed day sailor!!!!!!!!! Submitted by Rob on 04/14 at 11:30AM regarding Hunter 170." Lots of alternatives are attached. One of the Links is provided below. Godspeed, Rusty
See the archives for the following 2 threads: "Tiller Tamer Submitted by S. Cohen on 08/03 at 06:50PM regarding Hunter 170." "Hunter 170 a single handed day sailor!!!!!!!!! Submitted by Rob on 04/14 at 11:30AM regarding Hunter 170." Lots of alternatives are attached. One of the Links is provided below. Godspeed, Rusty
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