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Category | Boating Equipment |
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Manufacturer | Doyle Sailmakers |
Material | Durable sailcloth |
Installation | Professional installation recommended |
Features | UV protection |
Function | Sail storage and deployment system |
Details on locating and attaching pad eyes to the mast head for lazy jack rigging.
Guidance on positioning and securing lower pad eyes on the mast near the gooseneck.
Instructions for inserting and securing the mainsail and cover battens into their respective pockets.
Procedure for attaching the mainsail to the mast and boom, including threading slides.
Detailed steps for rigging the lazy jacks, including securing them to mast pad eyes.
Steps for safely lowering and neatly stacking the mainsail into the StackPack cover.
Diagram and basic explanation for rigging the reef line for sail reefing.
How to thread reef lines using sheaves at the boom's outboard end.
Procedure for external reef lines, ensuring proper block positioning.
General procedure for reefing the sail, securing tack and clew.
Instructions for properly zipping the StackPack cover closed after the sail is stowed.
Adjusting forward cover lines and lazy jacks for a neat and functional sail cover set.
How to attach and zip the forward mast cover section onto the main cover.
A checklist to ensure the StackPack and associated rigging are correctly set before sailing.
Installation and use of cheek blocks for a continuous zipper system on the StackPack.
Importance of positioning the boat head to wind for smooth sail hoisting and lowering.
Technique for flaking the mainsail luff to ensure a smooth drop and proper stacking.
Best technique for zipping the cover to reduce friction and prolong zipper life.
Pre-removal cleaning of deck, mast, and boom to prevent cover damage.
Guidance on washing, yearly maintenance, and removable parts of the StackPack.