Re: Single handed sailing
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Hi Peter ? I mostly sail single-handed. ? As others have mentioned, furling foresail and decent slab reefing for the main ¨C that you can reef easily while afloat ¨C are very important. ? I¡¯m in the ¡°tie the jib sheets together¡± camp ¨C I always use a simple reef knot and have never had a problem. ? Other things I¡¯d suggest which may not have been mentioned: ¨C ? Some lines/bungee arranged so you can secure the tiller mid-ships or slightly luffing up while hove-too. ? Docking arms on the launch trolley are invaluable when putting the boat back on the trolley single-handed if there is any wind/tide to push the boat out of alignment. ? I find a LONG painter useful when launching so I can push the boat off and well away from the trolly and still keep hold of it while I sort out the trolley. ? Hand held marine VHF just in case, and/or mobile phone in a waterproof case ¨C attached to you. ? Obviously be cautious with the forecast and actual conditions. ? Have fun! ? John W1428 ?
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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Peter Mills
Sent: 07 July 2021 11:52
To: [email protected]
Subject: [wanderer] Single handed sailing? I have been sailing my Hartley Wanderer with crew but am planning to have a go single handed. Do people regularly do this? If anyone has any helpful advice on doing this or any modifications to make this easier, that would be much appreciated.? The boat is already rigged so that the Kicker, Cunnigham and Outhaul have long lines coming back to the thwarts.
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