UpRoar J-80, Manual

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To unfurl , first head onto a broad reach to reduce apparent
wind. Uncoil and uncleat furling line which runs from the bow
roller to a cleat adjacent the companionway to port. Prepare to
control the speed of the furl with this line by taking a single
wrap around a winch or cleat as a leverage point. To unfurl,
pull on the working jib sheet. Ease lazy sheet as needed. Ease
furling line slowly to avoid an override in the spool at the bow.
To furl the headsail , again head onto a broad reach to reduce
apparent wind and allow the sail to furl quietly and smoothly.
Ease sheets enough to allow furling line to start the roll. Keep
gentle pressure on both sheets as the furling line is being
hauled in to create an even wrap. Wrap sheets a minimum of
three times around the furl to well secure for winds at the dock.
Secure all lines.
Reefing the roller furling headsail
J-80 headsails are designed as a 103-107% genoa. This allows
the option of furling the sail to any number of sail sizes based
on wind requirements. Some sails have black tape lines at
desired reef points. Most do not so it is best to look at the sail
and furl to a point where the sail is smooth and does not have
creases which can stress the sail fabric. To furl a sail, ease
working jib sheet first, haul in furling line to desired sail size,
then re-tension jib sheet. Fairleads typically will have to be
adjusted to accommodate new size.
Jib Winch/Roller Furling line (black)
Jib Halyard on port side Cam cleat