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| Author: | JTCole [ Sat Feb 21, 2009 7:03 pm ] |
| Post subject: | When to replace standing rigging? |
I've been a visitor to the forum for a very long time and really appreciate all of the great stuff that I have learned from everyone that contributes. I figured that it was finally time for me to join in on the fun. I was wondering what the current wisdom is in regards to when it is prudent to replace the standing rigging on a Getaway. I live in central Florida so I am blessed with lots of great weather during the year to get out on the lake. The boat's been in salt water but not very many times since I bought it mostly new in 2003. I love going out in blustery weather when the boat will just FLY. I have this image in the back of my head of blasting along with the boat going strong when one of the stays lets go and the rig goes down. I inspect the wires closely every time I set up the rig to go sailing. I haven't noticed anything unusual but it is the unseen or unseeable that I worry about. Does anyone have any pearls of wisdom to share? |
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| Author: | sunjammers [ Sun Feb 22, 2009 7:17 am ] |
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heavy air sailing virtually year round. I'd put the 2-3 year into effect. There is almost no way to tell the wires are bad till the mast hits the water. Its a good insurance policy. |
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| Author: | JTCole [ Mon Feb 23, 2009 7:31 pm ] |
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Thanks for the advice. I'm sure that the peace of mind is worth the expense. |
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