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July 8, 2026 | 6 min read

Genoa Furler for Racing: When a Lightweight System Actually Helps

Most grand-prix racers skip a furler entirely. For club racing and short-handed crews, here's when a lightweight system like the Facnor FX+ or Harken Reflex actually pays off, and when it just costs you speed.

Converting a Manual Furler to Electric: What It Actually Costs

Sailing tips

July 3, 2026 | 7 min read

Converting a Manual Furler to Electric: What It Actually Costs

Seldén, Facnor and Harken all sell motor kits for existing manual furlers. Here is what actually gets swapped, what it costs per model, and when the retrofit is not worth it.

5 Mistakes That Ruin a Code 0 Furler Installation

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July 1, 2026 | 7 min read

5 Mistakes That Ruin a Code 0 Furler Installation

Five installation mistakes turn a brand-new Code 0 furler into a jammed drum and a wrapped sail. Here's what actually goes wrong on the bow, and the fix for each one.

Harken MKIV or MKIV Ocean: which genoa furler fits your boat?

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June 26, 2026 | 5 min read

Harken MKIV or MKIV Ocean: which genoa furler fits your boat?

The MKIV Ocean costs €715 less than the standard MKIV. For most cruising sailors, that gap pays for a double-groove racing feature you’ll never use. Here’s how to pick the right Harken system and unit size for your rig.

Genoa Furler Through-Deck vs On-Deck: When the Extra Cost Is Worth It

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June 24, 2026 | 6 min read

Genoa Furler Through-Deck vs On-Deck: When the Extra Cost Is Worth It

Through-deck genoa furlers give more luff length and a cleaner foredeck, but cost over €2,000 more than standard on-deck systems. Here is exactly when the upgrade makes sense - and when it does not.

Furling Line Lead Blocks: Which Block Goes Where on Your Boat?

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June 19, 2026 | 7 min read

Furling Line Lead Blocks: Which Block Goes Where on Your Boat?

Most sailors focus on the furler and forget the blocks that route the furling line back to the cockpit. Wrong block, wrong position — and your line binds, wears fast, or becomes a workout to pull. Here is how to get it right.

Electric Gennaker Furler: When It Pays to Upgrade from Manual

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June 17, 2026 | 6 min read

Electric Gennaker Furler: When It Pays to Upgrade from Manual

Electric gennaker furlers cost three times more than manual systems. We compare the Seldén CXe and Profurl NEXe, break down real installation costs, and explain exactly which boat size tips the balance.

Furling Line: How to Choose the Right Diameter, Length and Material

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June 12, 2026 | 6 min read

Furling Line: How to Choose the Right Diameter, Length and Material

Riding turns, an overfull drum, or a line your hands can't grip in wet conditions: here's how to choose the right furling line diameter, calculate the correct length, and pick a material that won't let you down.

Facnor FX+, LS and Flatdeck: Which Furling System Fits Your Boat?

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June 10, 2026 | 7 min read

Facnor FX+, LS and Flatdeck: Which Furling System Fits Your Boat?

Facnor makes four distinct systems for genoa, Code 0 and gennaker. Here's the honest breakdown: which fits your boat, what to watch for after a few seasons, and where the FX+ sizing chart actually matters.