On most boats it is important to have the head of the mainsail as close to the top of the mast as possible. Furthermore it must also be quick to attach and disconnect the main halyard, even with cold and wet fingers. So a shackle or a bowline are not the best solutions. The best is the method is the one shown in this video. The bobble is nice, but not strictly necessary. A double figure of 8 knot (figure of 16?) will do. The bobble or knot is never removed so you cannot lose the halyard through the mast. I usually shorten the main halyard a few cm/in at the start of each season to move the wear spots.

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NALA is a semi-custom 52 Sparkman & Stephens designed sloop, built by Lyman-Morse as part of the Seguin series. With classic lines and beautiful exterior brightwork, she has a large, comfortable interior with excellent joiner work and detailing, and a modern underbody for great sailing performance. S&S "Nala" Listing: https://www.ecys.com/yacht-details/?id=83651&title=52-ft-lyman-morse-2004-sparkman-amp-stephens-nala-southwest-harbor-maine-united-states-yacht-for-sale&vessel=2795337 For more information, contact Andrew Sheriff on his cell at (978) 985-7077 or reach out by email Contact East Coast Yacht Sales by emailing info@ecys.com or calling (207)846-4545. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/ECYSYouTube Follow us on Instagram: http://bit.ly/ECYSInstagram Follow us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/ECYSFacebook

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We were surrounded by schools of Dolphins at a mooring for the night near to Loh Liang, Komodo Indonesia

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