Hello, I have a 2011 Hobie Getaway that has significant cracking/damage at the point where the comptip slides into the mast. I've read an earlier post about how some cracking can happen at the joint, and that it's mostly cosmetic. Here are some pictures:
Some sailors I know feel the condition of the comptip is unsafe, and the comptip should be replaced. However, this post:
viewtopic.php?f=23&t=52962
seems to suggest that this cracking might not be a safety issue.
Moving forward, if we were to replace the comptip, I'm wondering how to get the old one out. Do we need to cut it off and chip it out? I think it has been cemented in place and so I'm not sure just pulling on it will work.
Any advice or recommendations about whether or not to continue to use this would be appreciated. And, if not, what is the best way to remove the comptip. Thank you,
Steve