> saves sail abuse...well worth the security of stronger/more stable rig
> along with easier sail handling. Upper cap shrouds add some stability
> to uppermost four feet of mast....also recommended. Under net wires are
> recommended if you are going to load up the cap shrouds. Compression
> post for aft cabin also recommended. It's a progressive project....each
> requires other changes to make each step work best/safely. Given that
> you can do it all for less than $1,500...it's a worthwhile investment
> considering abuse of jib with babystay and having a bulletproof rig
> (how much is a fractured rig?).
>
Is it really the consensus of the F27 crowd that the rig is MORE secure
without the baby stay?
I have upper cap shrouds, but I've always felt that the baby stay increased
the rig security, not made it vulnerable as Doran seems to imply.
Dennis Foley F27 100 Heatwave
| Yahoo! Groups Sponsor | |
|
|
Yahoo! Groups Links
- To visit your group on the web, go to:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/F-Boats/
- To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
- Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.
