Date: 12/6/2008
Name: Dave Doan
email: daved@rapidnet.net

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subject: Sagging mast

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Suggestions:

#1. Cut a short piece of 2X4 to put between the middle of the mast and the deck at the compression post--cuts the span in half.
#2. Sweep the snow off of the tarp regularly--less accumulation. Don't forget to check that the cockpit drain isn't plugged with ice or debris.
#3. Unplug the spreaders from the mast section and let them lie on the deck under the mast--they're particularly vulnerable. Also allows the mast and tarp to assume a more roof-like shape.
#4. Use rope instead of bungees to lash the tarp to the trailer frame--keeps the tarp taut.
#5. Tow the boat to Baja and give the rest of us up here in the frozen north regular updates on your sailing adventures. (Ignore 1 thru 4).

Dave

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