Hey all:
Here's a picture of my existing jib cleat system:
It's a simple jam cleat.
After sailing a few times I've found this to be a little far forward and not as quick to set and release as I'd like.
I've seen some other pics on the forum of jib cleating systems - they look like pairs of cam cleats, facing in opposite directions, with fairleads built in. Some look like they swivel, some don't. I looked at some potential replacements at my local friendly West Marine (all the salespeople know me by first name at this point,) and, like most sailboat hardware choices, appear to me at my beginner stage a bit bewildering.
What would a seasoned DS sailor replace this with for a nice and easy jib cleating system? I'm not looking for best/racing/optimum lead from Barber haulers, etc., just a system that's a bit quicker and easier to use.
Specific suggestions, and a URL reference would be great.
Thanks in advance,
Carlos