Has anyone put an H16 on their trailer backwards (and traveled w/ it) in order to use the Y bar on the trailer to give the mast that little extra lift in order to step the mast solo
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| Author: | GCP [ Mon Jul 13, 2009 10:43 am ] |
| Post subject: | Solo Mast Stepping & Trailering |
Has anyone put an H16 on their trailer backwards (and traveled w/ it) in order to use the Y bar on the trailer to give the mast that little extra lift in order to step the mast solo
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| Author: | skipper0802 [ Mon Jul 13, 2009 10:55 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Solo Mast Stepping & Trailering |
Nope. I usually have no problem stepping the mast. It's a quick process for me.  -Eric |
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| Author: | GCP [ Mon Jul 13, 2009 11:05 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Solo Mast Stepping & Trailering |
The only problem I ever have (while the boat is trailered) is the intitial lifting of the mast . Unless someone on the ground behind the boat raises the mast just a bit while I am on the tramp, it is almost impossible to get that thing lifted. So I was thinking if the boat was trailered in reverse and I used the Y bar as my little extra bit of lift I would be OK. My real concern is trailering the boat while it is placed backwards on the trailer. |
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| Author: | hrtsailor [ Mon Jul 13, 2009 11:23 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Solo Mast Stepping & Trailering |
I made a tripod out of 3 aluminum tent poles that I use to hold the mast until I raise it. It could be long enough to give you that initial height you need. I tie a line to extend the length of the jib halyard and tie the other end to the bridle. I then raise the mast, lean into it, reach down to the jib halyard cleat, and pull the halyard tight and tie it off. Lowering the mast is just the reverse. I lower the mast onto the tripod after releasing the jib halyard. |
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| Author: | GCP [ Mon Jul 13, 2009 11:41 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Solo Mast Stepping & Trailering |
Howard, I really appreciate the input and that is a great idea. I need a solution so when the family doesn't want to go or I can't find someone to come along I can still get out on the lake. |
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| Author: | Tenex [ Wed Jul 29, 2009 3:18 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Solo Mast Stepping & Trailering |
I had the same problem, finding help to step the mast, ordered a mast stepper#3142 from my local Hobie dealer ( a little spendy). One could fabicate a similar assembly. The Rube Goldberg thing works GREAT!! it's easy on the boat, with the addition of some snap fasteners at the trap lines set up in less than 5 mins. -Mike- Sail# 43458 |
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| Author: | zach bird [ Sun Aug 09, 2009 7:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Solo Mast Stepping & Trailering |
i rigged a pulley and tied it to the front of the trailer, I tie a line to the mainstay cable, as i step the mast holding the mast vertical i put the line and give it a few wraps around the mast and then insert the cotter pin works great. |
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