Can a ratchet block be used in order to control the release of a furling line?
The 44′ boat I recently purchased uses a small diameter spectra line for furling, and if and when it takes off in a breeze, it can do great damage to the hands! If you let it go, it usually kinks in the aft furling block. Thanks, Ted
Hi Ted: A ratchet block will help, but in a breeze you will want a winch. And in light airs it will probably be necessary to turn off the ratchet when unrolling. – Steve
Posted by Steve Dashew (November 30, 1999)
