What is a Deck-stepped mast and keel-stepped mast
Dec 24, 2009 · The mast "step" is the location where the bottom of the mast is secured. If this step is on the deck, the weight of the mast is usually supported by a "compression post" or weight bearing pole …
Mast Winch Install & Rigging - SailNet Community
Sep 18, 2024 · Hi all, I'm in the process of planning to install two Lewmar 16STs on either side of the mast of my PS 34. I've added hardware to masts before, but never winches. It's a pretty stout mast, …
creating a tabernacle from a keel stepped mast - SailNet Community
Dec 7, 2024 · Mast sections as cantilevers and deck partners are not strong enough to resist the high bending loads anf thrust from a large mast pushing forward as it is being lowered. Eliminating the …
Spar vs. mast. What's the difference? | SailNet Community
May 1, 2016 · The mast of a sailing vessel is a tall spar, or arrangement of spars, erected more or less vertically on the centre-line of a ship or boat. Its purposes include carrying sail, spars, and derricks, …
Mast height question - SailNet Community
May 16, 2012 · I am buying a boat and near my house there is a bridge height I am concerned about. When looking I see "mast height" listed in the specs. Is the mast height the max height measured …
Deck Stepped Mast or Keel Steeped Mast??? | SailNet Community
May 12, 2006 · A keep stepped mast can often be adjusted for mast rake, a deck stepped mast can't be. Or course, if the boat was perfectly rigged and balanced, you wouldn't be messing with mast rake but …
repairing cracked mast with welding | SailNet Community
Dec 13, 2011 · The mast is a proctor, which is 47' and only 6"x4" and has a good deal of flex. Even with running backs secured, there is flex to some degree through the entire mast, and especially above …
What type of Cement around C&C Mast Step? - SailNet Community
Dec 17, 2024 · In that regard, unreinforced portland cement is quite brittle and would likely to crack pretty quickly on the fault lines from the mast step fastenings. Once cracked, the plinth is likely to …
corrosion at base of mast - SailNet Community
Jul 30, 2024 · Hi all, As you can see from the photo, there is some nasty corrosion at the base of my mast. Based on some internet searches it looks like the recommended repair is to cut away the …
Mast stepping?? Sail Rigging?? | SailNet Community
Jun 2, 2025 · Hello, This is my first sailboat. I am having my 28' Pearson hauled to a marina where they will step mast and connect the standing rigging. Should I have them set up the running rigging also …