Holt Allen Best Buy in Furling Leads
Options abound, but Holt Allen has the best price, while Garhauer's and Schaefer's seem the most durable.
Midsize Mainsheet Traveler Test
Considerable evolution has taken place since our last traveler test. Now, Antal stands out for ergonomic design, functionality, and attention to detail, but Lewmar is our choice due to its pricing.û
Harken’s Carbo Ratchet Blocks
Made from fiber-reinforced plastic, these blocks are stronger and lighter than their predecesors, but a little more costly as well.
Reefing Preferences from the Pros
We surveyed a cadre of experienced delivery skippers from around North America to find out what systems and gear they favor for reefing mainsails, and to find out what they don't like, and why.
Discount Options for Sails
We web-surfed our way to some real bargains on working sails. It takes time, persistence, and a little self-education, but there are good deals out there.
Seldén’s In-Mast Furling System
There's not much new about in-mast furling, except for those spars that now accommodate sails with full-length vertical battens.
Seldén’s In-Mast Furling System
There's not much new about in-mast furling, except for those spars that now accommodate sails with full-length vertical battens.
Chainplates Revisited
Chainplate failures aren't common, but when one occurred on a new boat during its inaugural sail—with our reviewer aboard—we knew it was time to investigate.
Mainsail Track Hardware
The systems used to attach a mainsail to its mast have come a long way, and the variety of options now available plays to the advantage of the consumer.
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