Come to think of it, Gary, you would probably be better off with the standard rig and those old, tired sails at Monterey because it usually really blows there, and I don't think I would risk a new rig and sails. I've done many canoe race4s there and 60 knot winds and 40' waves are the norm, also lots of sharks that jump into or over the boat, picking off the juiciest looking person on board. Obviously, shorter rigs are less visable so the largest, meanest sharks can't see the boat as far. Think about it. Jerry ----- Original Message ----- From: GILASAILR@aol.com To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Sent: Sunday, May 05, 2002 10:35 AM Subject: Re: M_Boats: Final Mast-Section Response? Jerry, I hope to see you in Monterey so we may adjust the tequila supply/inbalance problem I have been hearing so much about as of late. This needs attention and better sooner than later! That said, I will probably modify the masthead casting to fit whatever I end up using. I am not adverse to fixed spreaders but I just want an inherently stiffer section. I have never been impressed with the MacGregor section. It is FINE for the std. rig, in fact very good, but when it gets that little bit longer it seems too noodly for a masthead rig. I think it is the, for lack of the proper term, the die shape (teardrop) of the section that gives it the characteristics. I have the BEST fabricator/welder as a friend here in town so mods are no problem. As to who triumphs over whom-the arena will show the results. (you are probably correct, as my Reggies (short rig sails- OEM* and proud) are tired. I refuse to put new 'short' sails on the boat. Stubborn opinionated (CheaP) ol' me. In tall rig mode I will prevail! If you have the time at Bob's shop on Monday, I would be most appreciative for some figures so I may arrive at the ultimate-EXTRUSION CONCLUSION. Life is Good Gary O. M-17 # 316A #4 name game-??? C-21 Arizona Foothills 602 943-7252 Office 602 703-7245 Mobile 800 528-8962 Toll Free www.GaryOberbeck.com "Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives." -William A. Foster * OEM = Old,Exhausted,Moldy