reefing hardware guide
Reefing hardware is a system. Line lead, friction, sail slides, tack and clew points must work together when the wind is already up.
RUBRIC
Boat Gear & Systems | Sailmaker's Fieldbook
Reefing gear, blocks, slides and measurement tools chosen with compatibility in mind. Read practical notes for sailors, boat owners and marine technicians.
THE QUESTION BEHIND THE RUBRIC
boat sail hardware
Reefing gear, blocks, slides and measurement tools chosen with compatibility in mind.
Every note names its source, date and next check. Specialized topics stay here because they help a sailor make a better material, trim, repair or equipment decision.
LATEST NOTES
Read the evidence, then check the boat
sail measurement tools
A tape, straightedge and notebook are more useful when the measurement sequence is repeatable and the reference points are named.