Torlon or stainless steel are preferred due to their strength and longevity. The material of the bearings and the design of the tracks are big factors. Most old furling systems are replaced because they become too difficult to furl or even seize up. Harken pioneered (and apparently patented) the fully swiveling tack, but Furlex and Facnor both allow the tack to swivel up to one full revolution before it begins furling.īearings - Wear and corrosion eventually take their toll on all moving parts, especially when they are wet and under load. This flattens the sail, improving reefing and allowing the sail to to lay better when furled.
Tack-swivel - If the tack can swivel independently of the furler, then furling will start from the middle of the sail. You can get a jib furling system without a head-swivel for a bargain, but they’re not suitable for all-weather sailing. Head-swivel - This allows the the foil of the furler to swivel independently of the head of the furler and halyard. We looked for systems with these features: Paired with Harken’s great reputation and popularity in a wide range of products, the availability of spares, and reports of great after-market support and service make the MKIV our runner up choice. Harken’s furling system is the most popular on the market. Harken lives up to it’s reputation with this popular furling system, making it our runner up. It’s the only furler in our comparison to use stainless steel bearings, as well as the only system on the market that can be retrofitted into an electric furler (if you’re into that kind of thing). For the casual racer, the Furlex features a detachable drum to convert into racing foil.
#Tie headsail clew to roller furling upgrade#
Combined with the included forestay, which is a recommended upgrade for any furling system unless your boat has recently been re-rigged, and the Furlex is the best value of any furling system available.įor those looking to their jib as an all-weather sail, the Furlex includes the “free turn” swivel-helping flatten the sail when reefing by allowing the foil to get one free turn before the tack starts furling.
#Tie headsail clew to roller furling install#
It the easiest system to install yourself-complete with step-by-step video.
The latest generation of this well-made furling system strike a balance between total cost, performance, and versatility. Quality construction, smooth operation, ease of installation, and the included forestay make this our top pick over several great systems.
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