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Sven Yrvind visits Hamel Sails in Karlshamn to modify his mainsail for an in-boom furling system.▶ 0:27 The current sail configuration causes jamming and spiraling issues when operated incorrectly, necessitating a design change to improve reliability.▶ 0:00 The sailmaker, Ansis, prepares the new sail layout and conducts a test fit to ensure the 15 mm bolt rope at the foot of the sail integrates correctly with the furling hardware.▶ 5:02 The project involves replacing existing sail components to accommodate the new furling mechanism.▶ 4:05 After confirming the sail dimensions and configuration, Yrvind prepares for a four-hour return trip to Västerby.▶ 5:34

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