Looking for information on setting up the spinnaker topping lift, pictures or manual would be much appreciated.
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Spinnaker topping lift
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Do you already have a topping lift on the mast that you can use for spinnaker raising / lowering the spinnaker pole? Otherwise you might want to install a dedicated spinnaker pole topping lift, which exits the mast about one half to two thirds of the way up. These resources might be helpful:
Selden manual: http://www.seldenmast.com/files/595-560-E.pdf
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Selden manual: http://www.seldenmast.com/files/595-560-E.pdf
BV19: How To Rig a Whisker Pole
Or how we rig it on OUR BOAT, I should say. Ahoy followers! You ready for a little virtual sailing lesson? That’s right, float away from your desk for a minute, imagine yourself on the sunny dec…
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Do you mean spinnaker POLE topping lift? I suggest installing a "mast hound" at the desired height.... say about 2/3 up and make it completely external. Your 35 footer may need a winch for hoist assistance.... if you already have a halyard winch on the mast you can double duty it if you install cleats above. If not, rig the TL 2:1.... that's what I do on my pole's fore guy (downhaul) and TL. Or install a small single speed standard winch. Leaving everything at the mast allows the crew to handle the pole adjustment …. if your spinnaker halyard is located there also then one or two can easily handle things besides all the other foredeck duties. Running internal topping lift will require cutting a slot for the upper and lower exit blocks. The hound solution give you substantial support strength and the convenience of installing a swivel block.... since the pole will swing from side to side when you gibe.
As a bonus, the 2:1 external topping lift works well as a hoist for storing the dinghy on the foredeck.
As a bonus, the 2:1 external topping lift works well as a hoist for storing the dinghy on the foredeck.
Thank You for the info it is helpfulDo you already have a topping lift on the mast that you can use for spinnaker raising / lowering the spinnaker pole? Otherwise you might want to install a dedicated spinnaker pole topping lift, which exits the mast about one half to two thirds of the way up. These resources might be helpful:
Selden manual: http://www.seldenmast.com/files/595-560-E.pdf
BV19: How To Rig a Whisker Pole
Or how we rig it on OUR BOAT, I should say. Ahoy followers! You ready for a little virtual sailing lesson? That’s right, float away from your desk for a minute, imagine yourself on the sunny dec…
Thanks for the info it is helpfulDo you already have a topping lift on the mast that you can use for spinnaker raising / lowering the spinnaker pole? Otherwise you might want to install a dedicated spinnaker pole topping lift, which exits the mast about one half to two thirds of the way up. These resources might be helpful:
Selden manual: http://www.seldenmast.com/files/595-560-E.pdf
BV19: How To Rig a Whisker Pole
Or how we rig it on OUR BOAT, I should say. Ahoy followers! You ready for a little virtual sailing lesson? That’s right, float away from your desk for a minute, imagine yourself on the sunny dec…