Good, clear video - nicely done without any extra time-wasting commentary. I sail solo, therefore have to handle the furling line and headsail sheets simultaneously. I keep the tension on both by always having each on a separate winch, but with only one turn around the drum. Two additional points which may be useful. 1. If planned to sail downwind wing on wing, set up the whisker pole before unfurling, and if the right length (ie short enough to clear the forestay) it can stay on while gybing and even until the sail is furled (assuming the whole trip has been downwind). 2. When done for the day, always furl a headsail so that both sheets wrap around the forestay at least twice to secure the sail. To do this of course requires that the furling line is long enough!
These are good suggestions! Thanks. We do teach to wrap at least twice around the furled jib. I've seen too many sails trashed when a squall comes through. Also, the preset whisker pole is a great idea. Since this is a basics video, we'll probably cover that in a more advanced video.
Man; this channel is simply the best that teaches (or reminds) what to do and how to do @ all about the sailing... Thanks a lot 4 each & every video...
Thanks Daniel! We don't have one on reefing or heaving to yet, but have more videos in the works, and those would be great topics to cover! We will see if we can film those this fall :)
In Heavy wind or wind more than 15 knots ,the furling line should be released with one or two circles on the winch ,otherwise all the sail will open with much speed and this could also make damage or the boat would be uncontrolled . This is also helpful when you want to open half of the sail .
Thanks - great video. Helps a lot!! My unfurling is difficult and not working. I have to turn manually. But to furl back works fine. What could be wrong?
Hello! At 0:58 you mention furling AND reefing a Genoa. I thought you cannot reef a Genoa, only the mainsail. Are you just using the term reefing loosely to mean reducing the sail area? Cheers
Hey Stefanos. Well spotted! It doesn't have to be on the winch as you point out. We often leave the lazy sheet on the winch, so that that as the jib furls a little tension is created and both jib sheets coil up nicely on the headsail.
Just happened upon your video. As an RYA instructor it is refreshing to see a You Tuber who categorically states NOT to use the winch when furling away and why. By Christ if I had a £ for every student on a course who challenge me on this issue stating the instructors worst words “But I’ve see it on You Tube SV _____________” 😡😡
I have an Alado furler and I have to use the winch... I hate this but I have tried everything to make it easier and I'm at a loss.... any suggestions...
Hey Jason... Good question. All the same methodology and steps, you just have to figure out ways to do everything on your own. Autopilot can be a HUGE help, as it will keep the boat steering in one direction, while you can then focus on managing just the lines. We are thinking that at some point we'd love to make some videos showing how to do some of these things single handing!
@@NautilusSailing yep. I sailed a lot before all this gear was available. I now have a 35' I'm sailing by myself. Old school. Halyards on the mast. Hank on head sails. So you can imagine I need to modernize. When it starts to blow i realize I'm too old for the stress of trying to stay on course, and run the deck to manage sails. Lol. Thanks for the reply.
@@jasonfrodoman1316 Hey Jason... That's fantastic that you solo sail your 35 footer! Yeah, running your halyard back to the cockpit and getting a roller furler with a furling line that is accessible from the cockpit would definitely simplify things for you... Best of luck!
Everything on a boat can break ;) Furlers are usually very reliable if you know what you are doing and follow the basics. 98% of all sailboats cruising around the world have furlers. It is far safer to have a furler than have to go up on the bow to change sails in challenging conditions, and allows for much easier sail control.
I’ve flight instructed for years in the military and commercially - you are an OUTSTANDING Instructor!
Tom. You are a great instructor. Everything is so easy to understand and makes sense the first time. Thank you and keep up the great work.
Glad to help
Good, clear video - nicely done without any extra time-wasting commentary.
I sail solo, therefore have to handle the furling line and headsail sheets simultaneously. I keep the tension on both by always having each on a separate winch, but with only one turn around the drum.
Two additional points which may be useful.
1. If planned to sail downwind wing on wing, set up the whisker pole before unfurling, and if the right length (ie short enough to clear the forestay) it can stay on while gybing and even until the sail is furled (assuming the whole trip has been downwind).
2. When done for the day, always furl a headsail so that both sheets wrap around the forestay at least twice to secure the sail. To do this of course requires that the furling line is long enough!
These are good suggestions! Thanks. We do teach to wrap at least twice around the furled jib. I've seen too many sails trashed when a squall comes through.
Also, the preset whisker pole is a great idea. Since this is a basics video, we'll probably cover that in a more advanced video.
Man; this channel is simply the best that teaches (or reminds) what to do and how to do @ all about the sailing... Thanks a lot 4 each & every video...
Clean, clear, logical, organized and no annoying background music competing with you. Thank you!
Love your videos. Just the right amount of info on each topic. Clearly presented and explained. Do you have one on reefing and heaving to?
Thanks Daniel! We don't have one on reefing or heaving to yet, but have more videos in the works, and those would be great topics to cover! We will see if we can film those this fall :)
superb channel. binging it.
Great instructive videos.. thanks for your contributions!
Glad you like them!
In Heavy wind or wind more than 15 knots ,the furling line should be released with one or two circles on the winch ,otherwise all the sail will open with much speed and this could also make damage or the boat would be uncontrolled . This is also helpful when you want to open half of the sail .
Thanks. I was wondering about this situation
Thank you bro ⛵
What a great video, i’m new to sailing so have subscribed for more tips!
Welcome aboard! Let us know if you have any questions.
Great info, tips and presentation. Thank you so much.
Great video! Where was it filmed btw? :) The bay is beautiful!
Hi guys, such a great video. Can you please tell what boat is that? It's amazing. Thank you
Thanks! That is a Jeanneau 439 2012. She fast and roomy.
Thanks - great video. Helps a lot!! My unfurling is difficult and not working. I have to turn manually. But to furl back works fine. What could be wrong?
Hello! At 0:58 you mention furling AND reefing a Genoa. I thought you cannot reef a Genoa, only the mainsail. Are you just using the term reefing loosely to mean reducing the sail area? Cheers
Hey Michal... Yes, we are using the term "reefing" in regards to the Genoa to mean reducing the sail area by furling some in.
I trim genoa first, then main sail for sailing out of harbour
Hi enjoyed your video i'm a rusty yacht skipper looking for a refresher, not over detailed but gets all the essential info in,
Thanks Alex!
Hello quick question why is the lazy jib sheet on a winch if it is not doing anything? the loaded and lazy part confuses me
Hey Stefanos. Well spotted! It doesn't have to be on the winch as you point out. We often leave the lazy sheet on the winch, so that that as the jib furls a little tension is created and both jib sheets coil up nicely on the headsail.
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Just happened upon your video. As an RYA instructor it is refreshing to see a You Tuber who categorically states NOT to use the winch when furling away and why. By Christ if I had a £ for every student on a course who challenge me on this issue stating the instructors worst words “But I’ve see it on You Tube SV _____________” 😡😡
Ha! Totally agree :) Glad you liked the video...
I have an Alado furler and I have to use the winch... I hate this but I have tried everything to make it easier and I'm at a loss.... any suggestions...
Furling a storm sail
All great. But what if you are single handed .?
Hey Jason... Good question. All the same methodology and steps, you just have to figure out ways to do everything on your own. Autopilot can be a HUGE help, as it will keep the boat steering in one direction, while you can then focus on managing just the lines. We are thinking that at some point we'd love to make some videos showing how to do some of these things single handing!
@@NautilusSailing yep. I sailed a lot before all this gear was available. I now have a 35' I'm sailing by myself. Old school. Halyards on the mast. Hank on head sails. So you can imagine I need to modernize. When it starts to blow i realize I'm too old for the stress of trying to stay on course, and run the deck to manage sails. Lol. Thanks for the reply.
@@jasonfrodoman1316 Hey Jason... That's fantastic that you solo sail your 35 footer! Yeah, running your halyard back to the cockpit and getting a roller furler with a furling line that is accessible from the cockpit would definitely simplify things for you... Best of luck!
I’m no a single hander as well. We need this information.
Real sailors hank.
Ha :)
Yup. Hanks will always work. No overrides and broken furling line allowing full sail to unfurl and shred your sail.
Furlers are for guys that never leave the bay. Furlers are the #2 most common broken item I fix on boats.
Everything on a boat can break ;) Furlers are usually very reliable if you know what you are doing and follow the basics. 98% of all sailboats cruising around the world have furlers. It is far safer to have a furler than have to go up on the bow to change sails in challenging conditions, and allows for much easier sail control.