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    E27 traveler relocation pros and cons

    I just bought a boom originally built for a Dana 24, to replace the damaged spar on my E27. It is 6" longer than mine, and uses end-of-boom sheeting, whereas, the E27 has mid boom sheeting. I am considering moving my cabin top main sheet traveler to the aft end of the cockpit to accomodate this...
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    pros and cons of mainsheet attachment

    I found a boom from a Dana 24 to replace my broken original equipment E27 boom. The mainsheet attachment point on the Dana is at the end of boom, whereas, the E27 is mid boom. Which is better:::::A.) drilling mid boom holes and installing stainless steel bail hoops like the E27 originally had...
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    Lazy Jack Pros and Cons

    My E28 had a lazy jack installed when I purchased it 14 months ago. It is the first time I have sailed with one, and I am still trying to determine if its benefit outweighs the trouble it causes. Obviously, the major benefit is that it is an efficient way to keep the mainsail tidy on the...
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