[quote=MN3]i also don't know the trac at all but...
is this the block at the top or bottom of the mast? if it is the bottom... i would bet the farm that the block is twisted and creating the friction. i had the same problem in several locations (spin tack and main halyard).
the solution was to make sure it can swivel regardless of the angle you are pulling (almost impossible to pull straight ...
you stated that wind added friction... you should be pointing directly into the wind and there should be little added resistance from the wind.
another possible solution is to have someone help feed the sail... pull slower and reduce friction.
also.. if you simply spray lube in the track... it will coat the back of the sail track (the bolt rope doesnt touch that area so you are not lubing the track) i always use a soft cloth and dip it (or liberally spray) the cloth and use a dowel or pencil piece to hold it in the slot and work it all the way up and down the track several times.. removing and re-coating it (when the mast is down)
lastly.. you can also lube up the sail bolt rope itself
please keep us posted...[/quote]
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