I sail solo and I find being able to insert the sail slugs in the mast while
the boat is on the trailer much more comfortable than trying to insert a luff
rope (with or without assistance) while on the water. After I launch the
boat, all that is required is for me to sit in the cockpit and pull on the
halyards.
I can motor out on the lake without the sails down and when I'm ready to sail
all that is required is for me to pull on the halyards to raise the sail.
When I want to lower the sails and motor back to the dock, all that is
required is to release the halyards, pull on the down haul and start my
motor. If I change my mind and want to sail, all I need to do is pull on the
old halyard. I can do everything from the cockpit.
None of the above can be accomplished without sail slugs.
Richard S. Karam
P-15 #2098 Oops
Oklahoma City