I have a 30' Catalina and want to put an flag holder on the stern. Most of the ones that I saw that can hold a flag large enough mean drilling holes in the hull. As a first-time boat owner I'm sorta reluctant to drill holes in the hull. Any recommendation from anyone on what to do or what to buy? Thanks, Larry
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R. Palaia
Clip on to stern rail
There is a fixture that clamps onto the stern rail. I've seen it at WM and BU/S. You don't need to drill into the hull. Roc
There is a fixture that clamps onto the stern rail. I've seen it at WM and BU/S. You don't need to drill into the hull. Roc
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GARRY @ S/V TASHTEGO
Flag
On TASHTEGO there is a small block attached on the backstay and a flag halyard which ties off to the stern railing. Traditionally the flag was raised to the peak of a gaff rigged sail. Part way up the backstay is the closest approach with a jib headed sail. Using the backstay requires no holes at all.
On TASHTEGO there is a small block attached on the backstay and a flag halyard which ties off to the stern railing. Traditionally the flag was raised to the peak of a gaff rigged sail. Part way up the backstay is the closest approach with a jib headed sail. Using the backstay requires no holes at all.
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Larry French
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Larry French
Clip on Stern Rail
I've seen the clip for the stern rail, but it seems to only be for smaller flags. Do you know of a larger one available? Thanks, Larry
I've seen the clip for the stern rail, but it seems to only be for smaller flags. Do you know of a larger one available? Thanks, Larry
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R. Palaia
Larger one???
How big of a flag are you flying??? The clip (or clamp I should say) that I have seen can handle a flag staff anywhere from 24" to 48" long. It clamps to the rail and the staff slides into the mounting holes. I think it's made by a company called Johnson. BTW, the correct size flag for a boat is 1" per foot, so you need a 30" flag. Go to next size up if none are available in that length. Roc
How big of a flag are you flying??? The clip (or clamp I should say) that I have seen can handle a flag staff anywhere from 24" to 48" long. It clamps to the rail and the staff slides into the mounting holes. I think it's made by a company called Johnson. BTW, the correct size flag for a boat is 1" per foot, so you need a 30" flag. Go to next size up if none are available in that length. Roc
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Joe
Flag holders.....
My plastic, rail-mounted clamp style holder worked okay till I lost the whole flagpole and flag on a blustery day. I chose to install a backstay flag halyard which I think looks very, very cool. But I also love the rich traditonal look of a teak flagpole. Either way, displays the national ensign splendidly while sailing. Look through all the marine catalogues first, if you still need to cut a hole, so be it(they say it's not really your boat till you cut a hole in it). A sailboat just isn't complete without a place to display old glory properly.
My plastic, rail-mounted clamp style holder worked okay till I lost the whole flagpole and flag on a blustery day. I chose to install a backstay flag halyard which I think looks very, very cool. But I also love the rich traditonal look of a teak flagpole. Either way, displays the national ensign splendidly while sailing. Look through all the marine catalogues first, if you still need to cut a hole, so be it(they say it's not really your boat till you cut a hole in it). A sailboat just isn't complete without a place to display old glory properly.
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GARRY @ S/V TASHTEGO
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John Naber
Flag - what to do? Response
I agree that holes in the hole should be minimized. You could use hose clamps to attach a longer pole to the stern rail. Also, a lot of boats now fly a flag off the backstay. This just requires spring loaded clips. Hope this helps.
I agree that holes in the hole should be minimized. You could use hose clamps to attach a longer pole to the stern rail. Also, a lot of boats now fly a flag off the backstay. This just requires spring loaded clips. Hope this helps.
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Bob Camarena
Drill
Drilling holes in the transom to mount a nice, quality flag holder shouldn't deter you. Over the course of your ownership you'll probably do a fair amount of drilling as you acquire new equipment. The transom is probably one of the safest places to drill. Just do it carefully and use a good marine caulking. Be sure to use a caulk that will allow removal in the future. Also, make sure the flag holder is high quality stainless or bronze so it doesn't corrode over time. Just don't near your fuel tank vent or propane tank vent so as to avoid drilling into the vent hose.
Drilling holes in the transom to mount a nice, quality flag holder shouldn't deter you. Over the course of your ownership you'll probably do a fair amount of drilling as you acquire new equipment. The transom is probably one of the safest places to drill. Just do it carefully and use a good marine caulking. Be sure to use a caulk that will allow removal in the future. Also, make sure the flag holder is high quality stainless or bronze so it doesn't corrode over time. Just don't near your fuel tank vent or propane tank vent so as to avoid drilling into the vent hose.
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