I've never had to do this before, how do I find someone to rig my sailboat, how much would it cost ROUGHLY, how long would it take? I'm new, so be easy. I don't know if rigging is included in the pricing when you launch a boat ( I really don't think so), and I'm trying to get my ducks in a row for my anticipated recommision date of July 8, 2006.
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Dwyane: What sort of boat do you have and what is the status? Is the mast down and just needs to be put back on the boat? If this is the case, the yard will normally hook everything up when they put it back on the boat. Is there more to it or what?
Dwyane: What sort of boat do you have and what is the status? Is the mast down and just needs to be put back on the boat? If this is the case, the yard will normally hook everything up when they put it back on the boat. Is there more to it or what?
Oops, more info
Thanks for replying, it is a Northern 25 (25') the boat has been fully restored, by me. The mast I've never had up (mast is 33' about that anyway), though I have been told I am suppose to use a 'wedge (??)with it. She is about 30 years old.
Thanks for replying, it is a Northern 25 (25') the boat has been fully restored, by me. The mast I've never had up (mast is 33' about that anyway), though I have been told I am suppose to use a 'wedge (??)with it. She is about 30 years old.
Rigger
You are looking for a 'rigger'. Its a profession. I just hired one, and the services were invaluable. Now that I've seen a rigger in action - I might be tempted to try the DYI route next time (I'm that kind of guy) but I suspect its going to take me all day or more to do what he could do in 60 minutes in terms of setting the rig tension.
You are looking for a 'rigger'. Its a profession. I just hired one, and the services were invaluable. Now that I've seen a rigger in action - I might be tempted to try the DYI route next time (I'm that kind of guy) but I suspect its going to take me all day or more to do what he could do in 60 minutes in terms of setting the rig tension.
Dwayne, where are you located?
There are very good riggers in every sailing area. You said that the mast needs to be wedged so I presume you have a keel stepped mast. It will have to be hoist and guided through the deck at the yard prior to launching and that is when all of the standing rigging will be set-up.
There are very good riggers in every sailing area. You said that the mast needs to be wedged so I presume you have a keel stepped mast. It will have to be hoist and guided through the deck at the yard prior to launching and that is when all of the standing rigging will be set-up.
Wedge?
Dwayne: I sail a Northern 25. The mast is deck stepped. I don't use a wedge. My neighbour who also has a Northern doesn't use a wedge. In fact, I've never seen a Northern with a wedge under the mast. Each Fall I unstep the mast and remove all the halyards and other bits in order to store them inside. The mast goes on a rack. In the Spring I inspect the mast and all its fittings and repair/replace any bits that are suspect. For instance, this year I replaced the forestay and one shroud. The Rigging Shoppe supplied the material and did the swaging. I reattached the staf and shroud. Fifteen minute job. Then I reinstalled the halyards, topping lift, and radio antenna. After washing and waxing the mast I mounted the spreaders and then I stepped the mast. In total, a two hour job. That afternoon, in my slip, I tuned the shrouds and stays. Half-hour. Went sailing, and fine tuned the rig. Another half-hour. Couple weeks later, won my division in the season-opening race of the Lake Ontario Short Handed Racing Series. So at least my rig tuning was okay.
Dwayne: I sail a Northern 25. The mast is deck stepped. I don't use a wedge. My neighbour who also has a Northern doesn't use a wedge. In fact, I've never seen a Northern with a wedge under the mast. Each Fall I unstep the mast and remove all the halyards and other bits in order to store them inside. The mast goes on a rack. In the Spring I inspect the mast and all its fittings and repair/replace any bits that are suspect. For instance, this year I replaced the forestay and one shroud. The Rigging Shoppe supplied the material and did the swaging. I reattached the staf and shroud. Fifteen minute job. Then I reinstalled the halyards, topping lift, and radio antenna. After washing and waxing the mast I mounted the spreaders and then I stepped the mast. In total, a two hour job. That afternoon, in my slip, I tuned the shrouds and stays. Half-hour. Went sailing, and fine tuned the rig. Another half-hour. Couple weeks later, won my division in the season-opening race of the Lake Ontario Short Handed Racing Series. So at least my rig tuning was okay.
Rigging
Are you looking for new rigging or are you just wondering who steps your mast and who straightens your halyards, mainsheets etc.?
Are you looking for new rigging or are you just wondering who steps your mast and who straightens your halyards, mainsheets etc.?
Flexing in the cabin sole
Fine Wine, since you have a Northern I thought I would share some of my thoughts with you: I have never sailed a boat in my life, the Northen was bought as a project boat, and now, in full rebuilding swing I am about 2 months away from finishing a project that started last Spring. What is the Northern like underway? I get teary-eye'd thinking about my boat finally getting back to water after being on the Hard since '99. After all the work that has gone into this boat, and blood, lots of sweat and learning how to fix it. Rebuilding this boat has become a journey in of itself. Altough I can't wait to get her to water, I can't explain why I feel less then hapy about it being done. If you have any photo's of your boat I would love to see them. cdhillier@mac.com Here are some pictures of what I started with, and work that has been done to remove bulkheads...everything really.
Fine Wine, since you have a Northern I thought I would share some of my thoughts with you: I have never sailed a boat in my life, the Northen was bought as a project boat, and now, in full rebuilding swing I am about 2 months away from finishing a project that started last Spring. What is the Northern like underway? I get teary-eye'd thinking about my boat finally getting back to water after being on the Hard since '99. After all the work that has gone into this boat, and blood, lots of sweat and learning how to fix it. Rebuilding this boat has become a journey in of itself. Altough I can't wait to get her to water, I can't explain why I feel less then hapy about it being done. If you have any photo's of your boat I would love to see them. cdhillier@mac.com Here are some pictures of what I started with, and work that has been done to remove bulkheads...everything really.
Hey- i know that boat!
I sail out of NYC- know the boat. Talk to Danny Klacko or the Rigging shop in Scarborough about rigging if you are inthe Toronto area
I sail out of NYC- know the boat. Talk to Danny Klacko or the Rigging shop in Scarborough about rigging if you are inthe Toronto area
You know the boat?
Yes you should, it has the NYC plate on the transom...which is how I found the previous owner, Robert B. I am just North of Toronto. What do you know of this boat, it could help with my reconstruction or general sailing knowledlge of her. TIA, Dwayne
Yes you should, it has the NYC plate on the transom...which is how I found the previous owner, Robert B. I am just North of Toronto. What do you know of this boat, it could help with my reconstruction or general sailing knowledlge of her. TIA, Dwayne
I know the Bests well.
I know Robert and Jane Best well. They had Blue Note for several years, mostly daysailing I would gess. Have you talked directly to them?
I know Robert and Jane Best well. They had Blue Note for several years, mostly daysailing I would gess. Have you talked directly to them?
Consider sailing lessons
When I began sailing, I found that most sailor's are happy to help new sailors along, including informal instruction or their boat or on yours. Formal sailing classes are also a good idea. But take the time to learn to sail with an experienced sailor. It will reduce the fear of your first "solo" and make you happy to have finished working on your boat. Enjoy the sailing. There are always other construction projects out there. Jim Kolstoe, h23 Kara's Boo
When I began sailing, I found that most sailor's are happy to help new sailors along, including informal instruction or their boat or on yours. Formal sailing classes are also a good idea. But take the time to learn to sail with an experienced sailor. It will reduce the fear of your first "solo" and make you happy to have finished working on your boat. Enjoy the sailing. There are always other construction projects out there. Jim Kolstoe, h23 Kara's Boo
You know the boat?
Richard, actually I was emailing Bob quite a bit when I first took on the project, very, very nice man. He actually sent me pictures of the Blue Note when he had her in water, very helpful in understanding that boat I must say. I was just wondering if there was any other info about this boat that maybe helpful for the rebuild. Joe, that is an excellent idea. My wife and I plan to take some white sail courses next summer. Although we plan to have the boat in the water next April, we have resigned ourselves that the sails don't go up until we learn how to use them. We do plan to put around on the motor to get a feel of how she responds under power as this will be the first boat I have ever driven.
Richard, actually I was emailing Bob quite a bit when I first took on the project, very, very nice man. He actually sent me pictures of the Blue Note when he had her in water, very helpful in understanding that boat I must say. I was just wondering if there was any other info about this boat that maybe helpful for the rebuild. Joe, that is an excellent idea. My wife and I plan to take some white sail courses next summer. Although we plan to have the boat in the water next April, we have resigned ourselves that the sails don't go up until we learn how to use them. We do plan to put around on the motor to get a feel of how she responds under power as this will be the first boat I have ever driven.
Not a lot I could add to your info from PO
Bob has a reputation as some one who knows his boats. He is known to take good care of them and does most of the work himself. The family "fleet: ( at one point an Islander 30, a MicMac, and a Star) are all sailed out of NYC. I would suggest a boat from this family has certainly not been abused Sailing lessons are a good idea, Are you keepingthe boat on lake Simcoe? If you ca
get down to the waterfront conveniently- not sure how far "north" you are, the NYC has several programs including a good keelboat racing program that has several nights of lectures and a season of getting you on boats to crew for races. You will learn a lot quickly crewing for a variety of skippers.
Bob has a reputation as some one who knows his boats. He is known to take good care of them and does most of the work himself. The family "fleet: ( at one point an Islander 30, a MicMac, and a Star) are all sailed out of NYC. I would suggest a boat from this family has certainly not been abused Sailing lessons are a good idea, Are you keepingthe boat on lake Simcoe? If you ca
get down to the waterfront conveniently- not sure how far "north" you are, the NYC has several programs including a good keelboat racing program that has several nights of lectures and a season of getting you on boats to crew for races. You will learn a lot quickly crewing for a variety of skippers.
Lake Ontario, some day
Hi Richard, I was thinking of 'cutting my teeth' on Simcoe, Lk. Ontaio for some reason scares me. I will probably end up at NYC, as soon as I can justify the cost the misses.
Hi Richard, I was thinking of 'cutting my teeth' on Simcoe, Lk. Ontaio for some reason scares me. I will probably end up at NYC, as soon as I can justify the cost the misses.
Oops I forgot
Yes, I like the idea of learning by crewing. I wonder if there is anyone with a Northern...that could be rather cool, though since I've NEVER been on a working sailboat before... Keep in mind I am greener then green.
Yes, I like the idea of learning by crewing. I wonder if there is anyone with a Northern...that could be rather cool, though since I've NEVER been on a working sailboat before... Keep in mind I am greener then green.
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