yes, I didn't mean to say it was the ideal solution (and I didn't mean to hijack the thread). Just that "blood and tears is the only result" is probably just a function of not knowing how to handle the sail, and that it does have it's place in certain situations and certain boats.
So, Lockie, it seems you have 3 choices. Just use your
furler alone, install a second forestay, or use a wire luff storm sail.
I vote for just using your
furler and try to stay away from hurricanes