I have a Mark 1 SRWK and I have a asymmetric spinnaker that's a bit too tall that I'd like to use for day sailing. Any thoughts about just moving the spin halyard block to the masthead? Would it require runners?
Not recommended. Lateral loads on unsupported masthead can break your mast.Any thoughts about just moving the spin halyard block to the masthead?
I agree that lateral loads at the unsupported masthead could break the mast. However, I’d be even more conservative in the absence of doing the calculations.Not recommended. Lateral loads on unsupported masthead can break your mast.
You could however install a set of hounds at a distance (<18 inches) above the forestay and fly your spin
conservatively.
I have a 37'' taller than normal standard tall rig I have laid it over buried the winches underwater and with a (J70) asymmetrical in 25 knots true!I agree that lateral loads at the unsupported masthead could break the mast. However, I’d be even more conservative in the absence of doing the calculations.
6” above the forestay is more conservative.
... I’d be nerdy conservative unless the mast is WAAAY overspec’d . 18 inches is too long for my comfort if the asymm ever knocks the boat down to 35 degrees of heel, where max righting moment happens (on most boats)
Judy B
Ayup. If the breeze will support your jib/genoa, put away the spinnaker!I’d be nerdy conservative
@odj22sailor,I have a 37'' taller than normal standard tall rig
Get video.I don't want a chute up over 15mph, so say gusting 30...Comments?