Hands-on sailor: Spin doctor's prescription
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The best time to install a furler is when you're due to replace your standing rigging, preferably with the mast out, that way you get a new jibstay inside of your nice new furler, all in one easy step. Before deciding on a furler, consult with the manufacturer, a rigger, or a naval architect to determine the ideal wore diameter, with appropriate safety factor.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2003
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Turning your sloop into a cutter
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Details regarding the primarily affect conventional cutters, those with a forestay and running backstays are presented. Some of the details which one should consider while choosing and installing mast and deck fittings into the bottom of the forestay fitting are also mentioned.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2004
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What's my line?
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Importance of right rope for boat's running rigging is discussed. Factors that must be considered when replacing the rope are also discussed.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2006
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