Practical Boat Owner

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Barton makes in-mast furling easier

If you have an in-mast furling mainsail, has it become harder to operate over the years? If so, the traveller car at the clew may be the problem. Many that were fitted as original equipment had inefficient wheels in place of proper bearings and in any case have a limited lifespan of around 15-20 years.

To help owners experiencing problems with these systems Barton has launched a new traveller

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