If you're looking for the most compact furling system on the market, the Ronstan Series 60 Furler is in a class of its own. Designed specifically for small sailing boats, this is the smallest and lightest furler available on our site—so compact it comfortably fits in the palm of your hand.
But don’t let the size fool you. This is a fully engineered bottom-up furling system, built to deliver smooth, reliable performance for dinghies, multihulls, and sportsboats up to 6m (20ft).
Why Choose the Ronstan Series 60 Furler?
The Ronstan Series 60 has been developed with a clear focus: maximum efficiency in the smallest possible package.
- Ultra-compact and lightweight design
- Optimised drum diameter for powerful, efficient furling
- Smooth operation thanks to stainless steel bearings and ball races
- Hard anodised aluminium drum for durability
- Low-profile system to maximise sail luff length
- Designed for 4–5mm furling lines
With a Safe Working Load of 500kg and Breaking Load of 1300kg, it delivers impressive strength relative to its size.
Ronstan Series 60 Bottom-Up Furling – Is It the Right Choice?
One of the most common questions we get is: Can the Ronstan Series 60 be used for top-down furling?
The short answer is no—this is a dedicated bottom-up furler, and it cannot be converted.
Why Bottom-Up Furling Works on Small Boats
Your sails are small—bottom-up furling works perfectly.
On boats of this size, gennakers and Code Zeros are relatively small and light. Bottom-up furling is simple, effective, and far less complex than top-down systems. In most cases, it’s the best solution.
Can You Adapt the Ronstan Series 60 for Top-Down Furling?
Top-down is technically possible—but not practical.
The only way to achieve top-down furling with this system would be to run the sail’s tack on a separate tack line. This would need to be led to a deck block positioned as close as possible to the furler and actively managed during furling.
In reality, this adds complexity, requires additional hardware, and introduces more to go wrong—making it a poor trade-off for boats in this size range.
Ronstan Series 60 System Components Explained
The Ronstan Series 60 furler system is typically used as a complete setup made up of three key components:
The heart of the system, featuring a hard anodised aluminium drum with a ribbed groove for maximum line grip and smooth, controlled furling.
A lightweight, low-friction swivel that ensures smooth rotation at the head of the sail, helping the system furl evenly and efficiently.
Continuous Furling Line (RS000001)
A 5mm pre-spliced continuous loop (8m total length), designed for smooth operation and easy handling.
Ronstan Series 60 Accessories and Setup Options
While the core system is simple, there are a few useful accessories available:
- RF815 Two-Way Link – allows you to change the lead angle of the furling line by 90°
- RF6170 Snap Shackle – quick-release upgrade for easier attachment
- RFSPLICE-1 Splicing Needle – for shortening and re-splicing the furling line
These options give you flexibility to optimise the system for your specific deck layout.
Ronstan Series 60 Furler – A Focused Solution for Small Boats
The Ronstan Series 60 Furler stands out because it does exactly what it’s designed to do—no more, no less. It’s not trying to cover every application or boat size. Instead, it delivers a highly focused solution for small sailing boats where simplicity, weight, and reliability matter most.
If you’re sailing a dinghy, small multihull, or sportsboat and want a clean, efficient furling setup without unnecessary complexity, this is one of the more practical and technically appropriate options available.
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Ronstan Series 60 Furler – The Smallest, Lightest Furling Solution