5. Release down-haul
Before releasing down-haul check
again to see if the tack strap is off
the mast base. Put your foot on
top of the extension; pull the down-
haul line up and out of the cleat.
Release down-haul tension gently so
the cams come off the mast one by
one to prevent possible damage to
the sail or mast.
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6. Take the mast out of the sail
Pull the mast out of the sail while
using the de-rigging loop on the
top of the sail. Make sure that
you twist the mast for easy removal
from the sleeve.