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Unjam an In-Mast Furling Mainsail

Diagnose and safely resolve a jammed in-mast furling mainsail, especially under load or while underway. Covers load reduction, halyard tension, furling line issues, and when to seek assistance.

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Fixing a jammed Seldon in Mast Furler

Captain William Dennis Flannery

This video describes how to fix a mainsail that has become jammed during the furling process.

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In-Mast Furling Jam Fix — Offshore Technique

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