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| Author: | DaveC [ Wed Apr 29, 2015 3:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Mast brackage |
Went on a demo ride on a 2015 model using a 2013 sail and mast. We had winds gusting to maybe 20 mph a full sail and about 550 lbs on board. We lost our sail. The mast came down, snapping just above the roller furler. I wonder how common is this type of failure. Any opinions? |
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| Author: | mmiller [ Wed Apr 29, 2015 4:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mast brackage |
We had a few issues with Tandem Island Masts. Not typical by any means. 550 lbs is nearing the max weight and a full sail in 20 knots is a LOT of load on the rig. |
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| Author: | DaveC [ Wed Apr 29, 2015 5:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mast brackage |
Thanks Matt! I appreciate your product experience and advice. I've seen many videos such as this.. https://youtu.be/UvvmHbhOsBs Much higher wind speeds and a very forgiving mast! Help me understand. |
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