[Rhodes22-list] Whisker Pole length

[Matt Wilson]

Thanks Roger.  Makes sense. I have been given a 7’ spinnaker pole and was
wondering if that was about right. :)

Matt

On Thu, May 4, 2023 at 12:09 PM ROGER PIHLAJA <roger_pihlaja at msn.com> wrote:

> Hi Matt,
>
> There is no single “ideal length” whisker pole.  The correct length
> depends on the wind speed and point of sail.  I use a Forespar 6’-12’
> Aluminum Telescoping Whisker Pole with latching type SL fttings on both
> ends.  The outer tube OD is 1-1/4”.  Don’t use a smaller diameter pole than
> 1-1/4” OD or your genoa will fold it half!  This whisker pole is available
> from West Marine, C/N: 112110 , M/N: 406100, Price: $192.99 + S&H.  This
> kit will come with a fixed ring for the mast.  This fixed ring is OK; but,
> I like to be able to adjust the inboard height of the pole.  So, I have an
> 18” long piece of Schaefer 1” racing T-Track on the mast and a ring on a
> car that slides on this track.  I also use the T-Track for my triradial
> spinnaker.  I prefer the racing vs. the standard T-Track because the holes
> are closer together on the racing T-Track, thus permitting finer height
> adjustment.  In light air, it’s also helpful to have a topping lift to
> support the outboard end of the pole.  This way, the weight of the pole
> does not prevent the foresail from inflating.  It makes a real difference
> between being able to sail and motoring in light air.
>
> Roger Pihlaja
> S/V Dynamic Equilibrium
>
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> From: Matt Wilson<mailto:mwhornblower at gmail.com>
> Sent: Thursday, May 4, 2023 6:53 AM
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> Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Whisker Pole length
>
> Hey everyone,
>
> I hope you all are starting your sailing seasons soon! Up here in MN it’s
> been a long winter.
>
> Can anyone tell me the ideal whisker pole length for a 135% genoa?
>
> Many thanks,
> Matt Wilson
> Hornblower II
> White Bear Lake, MN
>
>