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Dinghy furler (DIY or Buy)


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So I'm setting up the Javelin to be easy to sail with the kids (3 and 6) while still being able to go for a blat with the full sails.

 

One of the things stressing me out is our oldest is not going to be strong enough or have the know-how to tack the jib for me or uncleat it when we come back to the slip. I have tried to find a jib with a shorter foot but had no luck. This has led me to consider a furler of some sort.

 

The problem is the cost!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

So my idea is to make one of these http://navigatorjoel.blogspot.co.nz/2010/12/how-to-build-roller-furler-for-under-40.html

 

I figure I'll need one of these swivels https://www.jimmygreen.co.uk/item/315/barton-single-line-furling-gear to hoist every time we go sailing.

 

Is it that simple? What stops the top swivel from binding twisting the wire forestay halyard instead?

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I have a spare one of these little furlers.

 

You run a continuous line through it. Attaches to the tack, the sail needs a non twisting tape in the luff, and a swivel at the top.

 

I used on a Fractional Zero on a R930 but it was a little small.

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Hi Dr Bob,

 

Sorry for not getting back earlier.

 

I'm figuring it might be a bit big for a Javelin if it was almost big enough for a R930? Any idea what it weighs and roughly how big is it?

 

Also, how much would you be after for it if it would work?

 

Cheers,

 

Chris

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The wheel is 7cm diameter

 

Weighs 419 grams - I guess that's a lot on the end of a javelin prod

 

Rum would do it, but you're welcome to try it first

 

Another photo with an old school film can for size

 

 

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Hi Drbob,

Thanks for the offer. I was given one very similar over the weekend so looks like Howdie is in. The standard currancy amongst sailors does seem to be rum it seems.

Cheers,

Chris

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