Wichard Stainless Steel Opening Luff Rope Prefeeder

The Wichard Opening Luff Rope Prefeeder for Marine Rigging helps guide a headsail luff rope toward the entry of a furling foil. Its spring-operated opening lets a crew member place the rope into the guide with one hand. The fitting is made from forged stainless steel. It is intended to make the sail-hoisting process easier to manage at the bow.

The prefeeder can be lashed into place or attached at the forestay as described by Wichard. It is designed to sit below the headsail foil or furling configuration. The opening mechanism means the sail does not need to be completely removed from the luff groove to use the guide. The guide keeps the rope aligned on its way toward the foil entry.

This is a sail-feeding accessory, not a replacement for the foil or the furling mechanism. Check that the mounting position gives the luff rope a smooth path into the existing foil. The spring opening should remain accessible to the crew during hoisting. Browse more sailing hardware for related deck and rigging equipment.

• Spring-operated opening for one-handed use
• Guides luff rope toward the headsail foil
• Lashing or forestay mounting options
• Forged stainless steel guide