![]() Paired with Harken’s great reputation and popularity in a wide range of products, the availability of spares, and reports of great after-market support and service make the MKIV our runner up choice. Harken’s furling system is the most popular on the market. Harken lives up to it’s reputation with this popular furling system, making it our runner up. It’s the only furler in our comparison to use stainless steel bearings, as well as the only system on the market that can be retrofitted into an electric furler (if you’re into that kind of thing). For the casual racer, the Furlex features a detachable drum to convert into racing foil. Combined with the included forestay, which is a recommended upgrade for any furling system unless your boat has recently been re-rigged, and the Furlex is the best value of any furling system available.įor those looking to their jib as an all-weather sail, the Furlex includes the “free turn” swivel-helping flatten the sail when reefing by allowing the foil to get one free turn before the tack starts furling. It the easiest system to install yourself-complete with step-by-step video. The latest generation of this well-made furling system strike a balance between total cost, performance, and versatility. ![]() Quality construction, smooth operation, ease of installation, and the included forestay make this our top pick over several great systems.
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