RedHerring
Member II
I'm trying to improve on my single-handing procedures. One thing that I don't like is how the cockpit is divided by the traveller, moving the steering wheel so far from sheet winches. I wonder if it makes sense to rig and use the emergency tiller when I'm driving alone. The tiller (with all the varnish and lamination) as well as its attachment point in the cockpit look like they were designed to be used regularly, not just as a last resort. Has anyone done anything like that, or tried and failed?
As a separate, but related question, this happens to be my first boat with a jib furler. I know to keep a bit of tension on the furling line while unrolling the genoa, to prevent jams. What I don't know is a convenient way to do it when I have no crew in the cockpit. There's gotta be some magic trick to it.
Please enlighten this Ericson rookie!
As a separate, but related question, this happens to be my first boat with a jib furler. I know to keep a bit of tension on the furling line while unrolling the genoa, to prevent jams. What I don't know is a convenient way to do it when I have no crew in the cockpit. There's gotta be some magic trick to it.
Please enlighten this Ericson rookie!