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b)
c)
d)
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When the clew has fully tightened, ease the main
halyard whilst continuing to pull the reefing line.
The luff will fold down.
Make sure the reefing clew slug is inserted into
the
track on the mast.
HINT
The jib is a very effective strong wind sail area because it is low down and maintains a
balanced helm. So slab reef before you lose the jib – it’s more fun for the crew!
Re-cleat the main halyard, when the reefing position is
lowered down to the boom. Tie a sail tie through the cringle
in the middle of the sail and around the boom with a reef
knot. Now fully tension the halyard again to get sufficient
tension in the luff of the mainsail.
Finally re-tension the kicker for some control of the leech.
8.2 - Reefing the Mainsail