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 -----
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.
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* OEM = Old,Exhausted,Moldy