[Public-list] detachable inner forestay

[jon]

Dear mark,
                 I have seen pictures of a storm jib that wraps right over 
the furled jib, using, I think, heavy duty velcro to attach. No idea if it 
works well but sounds like a reasonable idea. Jonathan.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark Bisset" <mbisset at orilliapacket.com>
To: <public-list at lists.alberg30.org>
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 8:35 AM
Subject: [Public-list] detachable inner forestay


> I'm looking for some wisdom on installing a detachable inner forestay.
> Last summer we tested the limits of our genoa on furling in a fairly
> big blow. Trying to beat with a storm-sized section out left us
> frustrated and did some damage to the sail in short order. I have a
> hank-on storm jib, but no way of attaching it due to the furling.
> Here's what I am considering: creating a detachable forestay to run to
> the bow in such conditions. When it isn't in use, it could be detached
> and tied off. Has anyone created such a system? If so, how was it
> attached at the masthead? Does it require a matching backstay (I'm
> thinking no)? Are there better alternatives to consider?
>
> Mark Bisset,
> Wanderlove # 578
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