[Rhodes22-list] Using mast crutch for tarp

Sun Nov 10 19:27:58 EST 2013

I found that it was easier to store my mast off the boat and use two 14' 2x4
as a ridge for the tarp. It was held in place by the fore pulpit, a 4x4 post
at the mast step and another support at the stern. The mast has a lot of
gear and spreaders that can tear the tarp but I am sure that works fine and
makes sense if you don't have a convenient place to store the mast. 
I have never understood the preference for shrink wrap. Air circulation
inside the boat is important and having that adhesive tape stuck around the
perimeter looks to me like trouble. Add to that the fact that it costs much
more than a tarp and it rates poorly in my books. But then, I have never
tied it so I may have missed the advantages.

Graham 

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[mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of Stephen Staum
Sent: November-10-13 5:35 PM
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Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Using mast crutch for tarp

I charge my batteries & leave in place. I cut & drilled a 4 x 4 to bolt to
the mast mount & support the mast midship. I was not happy watching the mast
flex while towing. 

Stephen 

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On Nov 10, 2013, at 3:13 PM, Theodore Boender <boendert at me.com> wrote:

> Stephen, That would be great! I am looking for a sailing mentor. I'll
bring lunch and your beverage of choice! Let me know if you need help on
launch day, I'd be happy to assist. I've got raising the mast down pretty
well using Stan's latest version of the mast raising system.  
> 
> I am going to cover my boat with a large tarp as we discussed. I took off
the spreaders and I am going to reinforce the mast a little in the middle.
Trying to decide if I am going to take out the batteries or just leave them
be and hope for the best.
> 
> Cheers,
> Ted
> 
> 
> 
>> On Nov 10, 2013, at 2:45 PM, Stephen Staum <snstaum at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Great Ted. I sail out of Squantum Yacht Club off Wollaston Beach in
Quincy. Lots of great sailing around the Harbor Islands & only a half hour
from home. I am usually in the water by mid June & try to get out after work
once or twice a week in season. It would be my pleasure if you like to join
me next year. 
>> 
>> Stephen Staum
>> s/v Carol Lee 2
>> Needham, MA
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Nov 10, 2013, at 12:58 PM, Theodore Boender <boendert at me.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Stephen, I live at Hanscom Air Force Base near Bedford. However, I kept
the boat up at Lake Winni, NH since we own a house up there and spend our
weekends there throughout the summer. 
>>> 
>>> It is my first boat and I am a new sailor. I did trailer sail the boat
in Boston harbor earlier this summer before heading up to lake winni. I
loved it! I prefer the salt water and the more consistent breezes. 
>>> 
>>> I've been meaning to reach out to you since we are fairly close.
>>> 
>>> Cheers,
>>> Ted
>>> 
>>>> On Nov 9, 2013, at 10:48 PM, Stephen Staum <snstaum at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> Ted,
>>>> 
>>>> I use a 40 x 25 tarp ($46 from Defender) w the mast crutch. If you drop
the lifelines you get a nice pitch the length of the boat to shed snow. Only
the heavy wet snow will stick but it is easily brushed off w a push broom.
Easy for me as the boat is in my yard. Large tarp hangs over the entire boat
& is bungeed to the trailer all around. 2 bungee removal allows access to go
aboard. 
>>>> 
>>>> Where are u in Boston & where do u sail?
>>>> 
>>>> Stephen Staum
>>>> s/v Carol Lee 2
>>>> Needham, MA
>>>> 
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>> 
>>>>> On Nov 9, 2013, at 4:47 PM, Ted B <Boendert at me.com> wrote:
>>>>> 
>>>>> All, Just spent the day emptying the boat, fogging the motor, and
cleaning.
>>>>> I've read lots of pro and cons on the list concerning shrink-wrap, 
>>>>> custom covers (thanks Art but way to expensive for me), and tarps 
>>>>> to including fabrication of a PVC structure to reenforce the cover of
choice.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Does anyone just use the GB mast crutch to support a tarp while on 
>>>>> the trailer? My blue-hulled boat was recycled this year and a 
>>>>> assume Stan uses awlgrip paint on topsides and hull. Everyone on 
>>>>> the list is adamant about not shrink-wrapping painted hulls so I guess
I won't spend the $.
>>>>> 
>>>>> It seems to me that the GB mast crutch provides a good A-frame so 
>>>>> snow won't build up. I bought a 20X30 tarp and it seems like it 
>>>>> would work well using this approach.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Any advice? Other than moving back to Florida! 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Cheers,
>>>>> Ted
>>>>> Boston, MA
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> -----
>>>>> Ted
>>>>> Boston, Massachusetts
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