Can anyone advise me on whether or not there's a feasible method of flying a symmetrical
spinnaker without a topping lift for the pole?
I don't have a topping lift for the
spinnaker pole on my C&C 35, but I've only used a pole with the lift and have been told that it's necessary to have one.
My problem is that I would like to be able to both fly the kite, but I'm lazy so I'd like to avoid dropping the genoa to gain its halyard for use as a topping lift if at all possible.
Can anyone provide thoughts, advice, or confirm that dropping the genoa really is my only option?
Thanks!