[quote=MN3][quote]the biggest issue with reefing is coming up with a way to engage the main halyard into it’s hook mechanism at the lower hoist height. You could just tie or cleat off the halyard at the lower point, but then halyard stretch could become an issue and you may not be able to get enough luff tension on your mainsail to flatten it out. [/quote]
I use robline racing sheet as my halyard - it has dyneema core .. very little stretch
one other thing to consider with cleating somehow at the base of the mast
when it's on a hook at the head of the mast (or a bead/fork) the downhaul is a 1:1
when it runs up the mast, over a sheeve and back down... secured at the base the downhaul is now a 2:1 flexing your entire mast
better make sure your mast and attachments can handle that<!-- editby --><em>Edited by MN3 on Nov 06, 2018 - 08:41 PM.</em><!-- end editby --> [/quote]
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