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The complexity of the process depends on the mast section and the halyard sheave. On a 9.2 the internal halyard exits through a slot and is fed through a turning block that fastens to the base of the mast. These can be found from Kenyon :Halyard Turning Block Assembly: K-10865:
This allows for an easy line lead to the cabin top turning block(s) that will lead to winch, or line clutch.I single hand and race single handing. The only disadvantage is all of the cordage on the cabin top.