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Roller Furling Jibs

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Jibsheets to Furled Jib
Furled Jib Step 3

Photo © Tom Lochhaas

The jibsheets remain shackled to the clew of the jib, which rises higher on the forestay as the sail is rolled up.

The jibsheets may be tied to the clew using a bowline or shackles. The jibsheets in this photo are attached using a soft shackle, which avoids large knots or heavy metal that could be dangerous to a crew wrestling with a flailing jib.

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