2. Put a wingnut on the end of the through bolt for easy removal and you’ve got a pivoting mast. [4][5] A third theory is that corrosion-resistant coins of gold or silver provided a physical barrier minimizing the transmission of rot between the wooden mast and wooden mast step. You wouldn’t need to be concerned about painting or rust. I am definitely a long time blog follower, and look forward to every post, but I have never gotten a newsletter. Find a piece of heavy gauge aluminum channel that you can cut into a shape similar to the C-22 tabernacle shown in the picture above. I lower the mast by the same method but in reverse, which helps to remember the steps in both directions. I have followed your web site for a while…and always turned out good. When raising or lowering my mast, it too will tend to swing to one side or the other until it’s about half way up and the upper shrouds tighten and hold it centered the rest of the way up. Ideally fitting the steps would be done with the mast down, but I chose to do it while the boat was in service and the mast up. Connect the side stays first then run a line from the end of the forstay to the fitting on the bow, so you can control it after you raise the mast.. then go to the front, remove the line and pin the forestay in the desired position... there should be multiple holes in the forestay adjuster connection.. so you can set the tension you desire. Keep my mast in tune without having to loosen and re-tighten the shroud turnbuckles to step the mast. The channel should be just wide enough for the mast to sit into and the height a couple of inches. Pass the end of the stabilizing straps under the hulls and connect the D-ring together with the same The ceremony involves placing or welding one or more coins into the mast step[clarification needed] of a ship, and is seen as an important ceremonial occasion in a ship's construction which is thought to bring good luck. They charge $250.00 an hour to unstep/step Masts and it usually takes a half an hour mininum. You can pin the boom to it similar to how I do it to my bracket. I’m also looking at the idea from the clever MacGregor 26 mast raising pole that uses a winch on the pole with baby stays with a special one to automatically keep the lowered furler up off the deck. Houghtalin, Liane. Aluminum would be even better if you can get it welded. Brilliant repurpose of mainsheet. Factory-built gin poles, braces, guy wires, and mast-ups, DIY wooden gin poles with winches, bridles, and brace poles, Blocks attached to the pulpit to reuse the trailer winch cable, Electric winches on the trailer or in the tow vehicle, Jumbo bungee cord connected to the forestay, Assorted Rube Goldberg variations on all the above, A peg on one end of the pole that fits in a hole in the mast (the factory system for 2nd generation C-22s), A saddle on the end of the gin pole that fits around and is strapped to the mast (most DIY systems). What if you or your crew have a physical impairment that prevents them from performing one of the tasks? Insert the mast-hinge lock pin. I struggle with the mast raising and have an assistant. Love your vids on raising mast. I read about it on TropicalBoating (https://www.tropicalboating.com/2010/04/the-perfect-solo-mast-raising-system-for-small-sailboats). They charge $250.00 an hour to unstep/step Masts and it usually takes a half an hour mininum. I pulled two through hull Airmar transducers out to check them and found only thin layer of algae on them – tells me the lake water has been very clean. "Mast-Step Coins Among the Romans." The reason that I tie them up at the top of the stanchions is so that the baby stays keep in relatively constant tension throughout the range of motion of the mast/boom. There are four standard lengths, from 27ft to 50ft. I usually use the halyards to tie everything up, but that takes more time than it should. Use a DIY telescoping mast crutch for easier stepping and secure trailering. How to you lower your mast? The longest of the four lines will go to a point as high as you can reach on the mast (secured to a padeye using a stainless snap). Can’t wait to try this! Sure beats my system of using 2 sons to help out, they’re never around when you need them ! It may be a ceremonial occasion on a new boat, a necessary step, as in stepping the mast of a small sailing dinghy or gig, or simply routine, as following seasonal maintenance on a sailboat. The other person pulls on the forestay. We step the mast with a single pin in an "L" shaped slot. Where did you find such thin-walled square tubing for your mast stepper? Since the loop is perpendicular to the line of the mast/boom rotation, it won’t work well using only off the shelf parts. Underneath the boot there was basically just a huge gap between the mast and the deck with several rubber spacers poked into the hole. I assume it will. NC 145: 67-81. Almost always, I lower the mast without using the boom as a gin pole even if I raised it that way. Place the E-Z STEP on top of the mast as shown in Figure 1, with lifting ring up and lifting strap with snap on the bottom side. Just what I have been looking for to give me some information to guide me in raising and lowering the mast for maintenance on my 26 foot Grampian without the expensive use of a crane this spring. To elevate the mast, you need to fasten the winch and the pulley to the aluminum post. You can see it in action in the last two videos. It’s something of a prerequisite to be a stingy sailor. With Keel Stepped, the mast stands on the keel at the bottom of the hull, while Deck Stepped means that the mast stands on the top of the deck. Let me know how it goes! If you stuck with me through it, I really appreciate it. Otherwise, you might be looking at extensive fabrications or commercial mast stepping hardware with a winch. The critical area is where the outer tube overlaps the inner tube when the crutch is extended. Your site is awesome and very helpful! How could your system be used with a furling 150 genoa on a Catalina 25? Deck Stepped. Mariner’s Mirror 51:205-10. That’s kind of hard to visualize, so here’s a short video that takes you on a tour of the setup. I have looked at the mast rising video countless times. There will be a lot of pressure in this area when you are beginning to raise the mast. This made it a two-person job, with myself up the mast and my neighbour supervising and doing the hard work of winching me up to the height needed for fixing each step. They’re useless extra weight that takes extra storage space. The pin is tethered to the boom with a stainless steel lanyard so it can’t get lost and it’s always near at hand. Mast stepping is the process of raising the mast of a boat. The rest is just pulling the main sheet with one hand while I steady the mast with my other. With your fingers crossed? The mast steps come in three basic flavors-fixed, folding and one demountable. Carlson, Deborah N. 2007. Use it as a starting point to add and remove items to make your own checklist. Excellent blog and report. Mariner’s Mirror 51:33-4. Step 2. You have a lot of good projects on here. I may have gone a little overboard, and I went a ways up the mast with the wax. If you’re interested in a fabrication drawing and materials list, keep reading to the end of this post and a special offer. Thanks for the blog. I found all the sizes I needed with very little cutting. I really like the idea of using the boom as a gin pole. Instead of lifting the mast by hand, many opt for a gin pole or A-frame and use the boom vang to get the mechanical advantage needed to pull the mast up. The mini stays have no place to attach to. Thanks! You weren’t receiving the newsletter initially because you’re a WordPress user so if you follow, my posts should show up in your Reader list instead of by email. The usual concurrences for these types of changes, is a stronger grasp of sail and hydrodynamics. Of course this screws with any staying arrangements you might have, so maybe some tracks for the stays too. I have the mast step which I can raise for a better angle…but it’s not happening. Th mast pin slides back into the slot then down. 3. My Venture 21 tabernacle and mast look like yours (sans the plate for your swivel blocks) and I have often wondered if there is wear on the trailing edge of the mast foot after repeated raising/lowering? You will also receive occasional newsletters with exclusive info and deals only for followers and the password to the Downloads page. Mast Steps. The owner of stingysailor.com will not be liable for any errors or omissions in this information nor for the availability of this information. that is an ingenious way to raise a mast,nice work ! Most readers wouldn’t be able to cut them accurate enough, so it’s a trial and error fit. I’ve since revised the drawing to show the hole 2″ up from the bottom of the inner tube. The old KVH display is dead so I’ll switch it out (plugging holes with marine plastic and epoxy) with a new RayMarine i40. The Catalina 22 Owner’s Manual and General Handbook is pretty brief on the subject. Good luck with your projects and thanks for your question! I’m really glad it helped. Wrap it around them from top to bottom before you lower the mast, then handle them as one unit until after you raise the mast again and unwrap the halyard to reconnect the forestay/furler. This small hole will take the gauge of a map pin. Could you send a pic of quick release on forward shrouds and forstay and the pin you spoke of in vid. Have you experienced any water penetration through this hole? Marsden, P. 1965. Side stays and halyards are already in position. Some pretty interesting ideas here, I’m borrowing some, especially related to the sails… Tie the mast and boom securely to the bow and stern pulpits. You’ll need the leverage for the extra weight, especially with the addition of the furler. I use the standard C-22 main sheet tackle which has a 3:1 mechanical advantage. I was wondering if you do have the drawings available for it so I could use it to build my own? When considering what glue to use for stepping the masts - I recommend using a two-part epoxy for gluing the mast to the deck. One crew member should pull on a line tied securely to the forestay while another pushes up on the mast and walks from the cockpit forward. I bought the steel myself from the cutoff pile at a local metal distributor. All content provided on The $tingy Sailor blog is for informational purposes only. If all is clear, continue to raise the mast until it rests on the mast step … to unstep/step your mast at Cracker Boy Boat Works. It’s free and you can unsubscribe at any time but almost nobody does! One crew member pulls on the forestay while another pushes on the mast. The mast step has no pin to lock to the mast foot, it just falls into place between two pins that limit its longitudinal travel. If the boat is keel stepped, undo the mast boot at the deck ring and remove any mast chocks(wedges), cross bolts, pins or anything else that might be holding the mast down, i.e. All I need to put away are the two accessory cords. I use some “sail ties” which are very similar to your ball ties to secure the sail on the boom and the boom is stowed inside the cabin. What would you think about using aluminum to build it instead of steel? The person supporting the mast guides it into the mast gate. I sealed the plate and hole perimeters with butyl tape, so no problems. Good morning, what a beautiful boat you have there ! The stanchions aren’t in much danger because the boom doesn’t weight much and it can’t wander very far at all since it’s held in tension between the forestay (running aft) and the main sheet (running forward). The second longest run attaches to the top of the gin-pole, snapped to an eyebolt. Jun 30, 2019 - This Pin was discovered by w v. Discover (and save!) I uncleat the main sheet at the stem plate first and then hold light tension on the main sheet while I get into position to resume raising the mast. The triangular shape of fixed steps (bottom) will help keep a foot from slipping off; however, these steps will add windage. Just some scraps I had on hand; lightweight, strong, and they don’t look too ghetto. I wonder if mounting the ropes at the base would be less apt to damage them if the mast were to go somewhat off-center (to the exrent the upper shrouds allowed)? Hi I connect the gooseneck fitting to the bracket with the same quick pin (drop cam or toggling bimini type) that I use to connect the gooseneck fitting to the mast slide while sailing. Here’s what it looks like when it’s done on the water. Rest the mast heel on the mast step with the front side of the mast uppermost. My C-25 teak companionway/hatchboards need replacement after 20 years, probably all standing rigging needs replacement even though it all looks fine at deck level (in the Lake continuously since ‘08), etc., etc. Thanks for the great video.. Jim Mathews. The ceremonial practice is believed to originate from ancient Rome. For the Keel Stepped mast to reach the keel, there needs to be a giant hole in the deck where … Slide the mast back on the boat and properly attatch the base of the mast to the mast step. Aha moments are great! Most C-22 gin poles use one of two methods to attach the gin pole to the mast: Neither of those gin poles serve any purpose after the mast is raised. I painted and assembled it myself. Here’s a video showing the entire process completed in about 4 and a half leisurely minutes. I added a close-up picture of the hinge bracket about midway through the post. I do that sometimes. I wonder if you could post a picture of the L-shaped aluminum bracket that you fabricated and how it is attached to the boom? [1][2] Although the coins were originally placed under the main-mast of a ship, they are now generally welded under the radar mast or laid in the keel as part of a keel laying ceremony. After ensuring the mast is secure in the mast … I connect the forestay to a shackle on the top side of the (upper) end of the boom. the hole where I would put the lock pin when the crutch is raised. Dear sir My name is Mark Monteverdi. As it rotates backward during unstepping, the bottom end of the mast and the through bolt should ride up in the slots. It may be a ceremonial occasion on a new boat, a necessary step, as in stepping the mast of a small sailing dinghy or gig, or simply routine, as following seasonal maintenance on a sailboat. Alex. Angle the aft edge of the end of the mast so that it will rotate without binding in both directions. Ensure it is properly in place and that the mast foot is in good repair. The mast is back in tune and requires no further adjustment. The distance isn’t critical but depending on how tight the fit is between the inner and the outer tube, the hole might work better even farther up the inner tube. Can we raise and lower the mast single-handed with the main sheet and the boom? The stays provide all the support needed. Mast steps. Mast stepping is the process of raising the mast of a boat. The second bonus is a dimensioned drawing and materials list for my DIY mast crutch that is described at the beginning of this post. Using a fine drill, drill a centre hole in the middle of the bottom of the mast. I finally understand the function of a gin pole and how to use it. I also see the stress on the mast crutch essentially dictates one use the transom gudgeons for support. You could use a stronger tackle (try 4:1) if you need the additional lifting power. On the opposite (bottom) side of the boom from the forestay, I connect the end of my main sheet tackle that doesn’t have the cam cleat. Poorly written but pretty simple, huh? That’s awesome, Richie. Brilliant. The problem comes when you have to step up onto the cabin top while holding a heavy mast high above your head. I connect the other end of the main sheet (that’s normally attached to the traveler car) to the stem plate where the forestay is normally attached. Also, I receive the posts by e-mail but I never received the password for the download section. You mention the newsletter. These fixed or folding metal steps are most often seen aboard shorthanded cruising boats and can make getting up the mast as simple as climbing a ladder. I really like the simplicity of raising the mast without a gin pole. Can you suggest a structurally sound way to secure the boom to the loop for lifting/lowering? If you don’t get it, I don’t know what more I can do on my end. This small hole will take the gauge of a map pin. And because the pintles are welded in place instead of adjustable, they can’t accidentally loosen and drop the mast. In reality, the bow stays stationary and the entire gin pole system including its base (the mast) are raised towards the bow. A ladder, piece of string, and a sharp eye are all you need. If you have the tools and the ambition, you could replace your existing tabernacle with a custom made pivoting one. Lay your material centered across the top of the pulpit, trace the railing edges onto the underside of the material, then cut a little at a time until the saddle sits down securely over the rails. Stay tuned because I’ll be publishing a post soon about choosing and using a furler with a trailerable sailboat. They’re almost perfectly aligned with the tabernacle. You definitely don’t need much strength and as little weight as possible. First, your mast is longer and heavier than a C-22 so I would always use the boom as a gin pole. ie. I’m making the mast crutch and downloaded the drawing. The first is the launch checklist that I use to prepare and launch Summer Dance. Seeing your “system” to step the mast, I’m trying to adapt it to my boat, a ’82 French Rocca Super Chausey. Underneath the boot there was basically just a huge gap between the mast and the deck with several rubber spacers poked into the hole. It's usually a long step, and most people can't do it. Then you will have two holes to choose from. Does your block & tackle include a ratchet or brake? It was messy, but in the end there is no way water is getting through. If you don’t have the resources to make one yourself, maybe you can find a friend or a metal fabricator to help. I just started squishing wax into every nook and cranny. … The mast step is nearly in-line with the tops of the stanchions, so the cords rotate around the same pivot point as the mast and the boom. Maybe you have too: They all struck me as overkill for the real problem. [ One person lifts ] the mast and positions the heel into the mast step. The other person pulls on the forestay. Stand up the mast. Thanks, Mick. That, or use the outboard tiller instead of the rudder to get to the ramp if you can. You can unsubscribe at any time and I won’t share your address with anyone, ever. The second longest run attaches to the … Or does yours have some reinforcement? One side of the bracket is bolted through the mast step and the cabin top in front of the mast. I added a cleat on the side of the mast about 2 feet up from the base to help. It's usually a long step, and most people can't do it. Fasten the webbing at bottom of the E-Z STEP pole around the mast near the base using the buckle. If you believe in the rule that you should have a backup for every critical part and system, then you also need a backup mast stepping plan even if you normally step the mast with the factory recommended method. For mast raising and lowering, I have it a little easier with a 16ft boat, and can raise the mast single handed juat by manually lifting and walking forward in the cockpit and onto the keel case with the hatch slid forward, although I usually have my wife tension the forestay for some extra assurance. That’s how the mast was designed to be stepped and it works well if you’re young, strong, and there are two or more of you to do the job. Look around for something hanging up. No single system works for every sailboat or for every skipper. Let’s see–sailboat design is all about capturing, multiplying, and redirecting forces for mechanical advantage: the hull, keel, rudder, mast, sails, rigging, almost everything. I like the idea of using PVC tube & fence to make mast supports. Using a fine drill, drill a centre hole in the middle of the bottom of the mast. This will act as the anchor point to secure the mast to the deck. What do all these system have in common? Thanks! Fasten the webbing at bottom of the E-Z STEP pole around the mast near the base using the buckle. My mast step has welded loops fore and aft. plus appendages) and will need to be vertical above the step until through the deck so tower pivot will need to be more than 12m from deck plus 4m to ground say 16m. If you’ve read this blog for very long at all, you know that I’m really big on reusing or repurposing things for other uses. $tingy. (ATN used to specify a static line, but its latest ascenders will fit any size of halyard). I just started squishing wax into every nook and cranny. The thing is the boat is smaller 20′ vs 22′ I have no lifelines nor a rear rail, walking down the side of the boat would be a challange, never mind running lines while doing so. A Centered Mast in 10 Steps. At the end of a trip, I never look forward to tearing down Summer Dance, pulling her out of the water, and tying her down for the ride home. Some Deck Steps incorporate a means of attaching Turning Blocks for Halyards and other Control lines. I also watch the stays and shrouds to be sure they don’t catch on anything as they raise off the deck. These terms and conditions are subject to change at any time with or without notice. [ Attach the two shrouds ] to the chainplates on the sidedecks. You’ve devised a very clever approach- I’ve never remounted my boom so will need how I can attach it to the fore ring on the step plate. I’m guessing you are using a basic vang ? When I started trailering Summer Dance years ago, I researched a lot about mast stepping. I think I will either get some more sail ties for securing the rigging on the trailer, or make up some velcro webbing straps. I could not really see a clear picture of it in your videos. A big stick. High-tech laser devices are not required to get your mast and keel in alignment. Install the pulley in a way so that it stays in the same direction where the aluminum tube falls and remains face-to-face with the winch. In operation, this ring must be centered directly across from the mast step pivot bolt. So you are looking at $125.00 min. What if you want to lower the mast to go under a bridge? Walk the mast aft and drop the mast foot into the mast step on top of the deck, keeping the mast in center line of boat, insert the pivot bolt and locking nut. Your site has been a tremendous help and inspiration for me and my 1988 Cat 22. You'll also receive occasional newsletters with exclusive info and deals only for subscribers and the password to the Downloads page. If you’re a follower of this blog and have the password, you can find a scale drawing of this bracket on the Downloads page. Step 5 - Mast Foot. Then drill two holes in the bottom feet and one into the top part and smoothen the edges a bit. The mast is supported on both ends and in the middle. Required fields are marked *. To attach the pulley, you can use the U-hook. The mast only needs to be held centered until it reaches about a 45° angle. The last newsletter went out on May 21 titled What’s Your Favorite DIY Project? I spoke to my fabricator friend about using aluminum and, him not knowing about the stepping process was most concerned about the hinges holding weight while trailering over the road. Thanks!! But I added your email address to the newsletter recipient list back on May 11. There are a couple of industrial metal suppliers in my area that sell their cut-offs retail to the public by the pound. That’s how the mast was designed to be stepped and it works well if you’re young, strong, and there are two or more of you to do the job. The longest of the four lines will go to a point as high as you can reach on the mast (secured to a padeye using a stainless snap). I want to thank you by offering not one, but two free bonuses to my blog followers. What’s the most compact, portable piece of gear on a sailboat that creates mechanical advantage? I am told that the L bracket can be passed through the deck attached to the mast. One theory is that, due to the dangers of early sea travel, the coins were placed under the mast so the crew would be able to cross to the afterlife if the ship were sunk. When installing the gin pole hinge bracket you drill through the cabin roof. I shared the 2017 DIY competition on Small Craft Advisor Magazine’s Facebook page and I noticed the 10 most popular projects link…most of which are on my to-do list! Great post. Send us a good picture of the final product and I’ll add it at the end of the post as an example! When considering what glue to use for stepping the masts - I recommend using a two-part epoxy for gluing the mast to the deck. Thanks. I use a combination of DIY mast supports, motorcycle straps, and inexpensive ball cords to secure the rig. Step 6 - Mainsheet. I disconnect the main sheet and attach it to the traveler car. What do you really need once you have the mast bolted to the step? After purchasing my Oday 25 in Madison Wisconsin; I needed to transport it to Michigan City, Indiana. A smaller sailboat could indeed be trickier to step the mast single-handed since it has less rigging to aid the process. Winch-powered mast raising systems are a good choice for owners with impaired physical abilities. I see that the boom is removed of course in your video. You might not want to do it that way your first few times, so here’s what it looks like using the boom as a gin pole. It’s the single-handed equivalent of having a crew member in front of the boat pull a line attached to the forestay. Mast Steps. I haven’t yet devoted a blog post to it but it was pretty easy to make. Not sure how to go about raising the mast without help…even with this setup….
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