Hi fastcat,

I added a spinnaker and snuffer to my H17 about a year ago, it all worked perfectly especially the snuffer was really good to use solo. IMHO thirty second hoists and drops, low windage and weight make this system superior to the furling option. Both options have the lack of spreader "problem", although I didnt notice the mast over-bending, I dont think it would be smart to use in high winds...

Pictures: (Also of my new cat, a Hobie FX-One)
http://tinyurl.com/n23p