This is also convenient for quickly clearing the foredeck. Code Zeros are very large sails and can be difficult to handle because they are usually set when close reaching, causing the sail to beat against the mast and rigging until full. Hoisting the sail in the furled position offers complete control until the sail is unrolled.

This is advantageous in both heavy and light air. Either racing or cruising, the gennaker furler is the perfect complement to the Jib furler.