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  1. Mast Cradles for transport

    cradle supports. Art, u000bu000bI took a 2x4 pressure treated an laid it across the bow pulpit forwrd of the vertical stantion. Traced the outline underneath with a pencil. Took a circular saw and set the depth 1" and sawed out a kerf (repeated passes) chipped out the remnants and set it in place on the pulpit.u000bu000bTook two short pieces 6 ...

  2. Mast Cradle

    Oct 14, 2006. #3. cradle. I also had a support in the middle. It keeps the mast from getting a bend when on its side for so long. the middle support was a 4x4 that was cut ti fit right in the mast step and had a u-shape cut in the top. it was tall enough to keep the mast straight when it was sitting in the forward and aft supports. K.

  3. Mast Cradle

    Question - just bought an O'Day 19. I am interested in finding a way to cradle the mast when trailering. Right now am just laying it on cushions and strapping it down.\u000BThinking to jury rig a support that will fit over rudder gudgeons. also have enough height to assist in raising the mast...

  4. Mast cradle

    First regarding the mast supports. Make a crutch out of 3/4" plywood and 2 x4's for the stern rail and a simple sawhorse for the bow. You might also want a block at the mast step. Make sure these are high enough to go over your dodger as it usually rains during the canal transit.

  5. Un-Stepping the Mast for America's Great Loop

    As a sailboat, we are often given a hard time (usually in jest) for the added cost of removing and shipping the mast multiple times during our Great Loop journey. The prices I outlined above add up to just over $6,000. However, compared to fuel costs of reasonably fuel-efficient and cost-conscious trawlers of about $10,000 on fuel alone (though ...

  6. How to Build an ADJUSTABLE TELESCOPING MAST CRUTCH !! For a Sailboat

    I needed a better way to hold the mast initially at a higher angle while raising the mast on my O'day 25 sailboat, when it is on the trailer. So I designed t...

  7. Sailboat Mast Guide: Types, Maintenance, and Upgrades

    To understand mast maintenance better, it's essential to know the various components of a sailboat mast. The key parts include the masthead, spreaders, shrouds, and halyard sheaves. Masthead. The masthead is the topmost section of the mast, where the halyards are attached to raise and lower the sails. It also often houses instruments such as ...

  8. Sailboat Mast Steps & Hardware

    Strengthen your mast with top-quality sailboat mast parts from Fisheries Supply! Find mast steps, mast hardware, mast tangs, & more for safe & secure sailing. Need Help? Customer Service. ... Prism Compass Cradle. SKU: 1029060 | Item ID: VEL VTK-102. $19.00. In Stock. Ronstan Mast Hounds. Available in 2 options. $21.35 - $34.85. In Stock ...

  9. The Great Loop on a Sailboat: Handling the Mast

    In New York, we had the mast placed in cradles on our deck. You can bring one, or have the marina pull some from their yard (for a nominal fee). Through the liberal use of ratchet straps, our mast was secured to the boat, where it rode in the cradles for a month, as we went through the Erie Canal and the Trent-Severn Waterway. Read the full story.

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    I have tried various ways to cradle the mast on the rear of the boat when trailering. I have used everything from a folded up towel, old life vest, and even a new fiberglass cradle with a bungie attached. Unfortunately, the new cradle only lasted a couple of trips before I lost in on the road somewhere. (I understand I am not the first to loose ...

  11. Transporting Sunfish mast

    The cradle is made of 3/4" plywood laminated to give it more thickness, and shaped to fit the PVC pipe that goes in the mast hole (matching stripes are optional ) The forward end is tied to the bow handle and the aft to a line that helps secure the boat to the trailer (the tie down line goes through the straps on the boat cushion to keep it ...

  12. mast cradle

    15. sirius sirius 22 St. Catharines. Apr 1, 2011. #1. At the end of last season I took down the mast and found that my mast cradle was extremely loose. the 4 screws were loose enough i removed them by hand. there is the center "securing" blot that holds the whole cradle down to the deck. the bolt had to be removed in order to the cradle and ...

  13. Mast Crutch- Rear

    Pintle Mounted Mast Crutch. Mono Hull Sailboats. Specifications: Aluminum with rubber padded mast holder. Length from Lower pintle pin to mast cradle is 19″ Pintle max height spread is 14-7/8 " Pintle pin thickness 3/8″- (Interchangeable)

  14. Mast Crutch- Rear

    Pintle Mounted Mast Crutch. Mono Hull Sailboats. Specifications: Aluminum with rubber padded mast holder Length from Lower pintle pin to mast cradle is 19″ Pintle max height spread is 14-7/8 " Pintle pin thickness 3/8″- (Interchangeable)

  15. Transom Roller Mast Cradle

    Sep 25, 2008. 40. Oct 2, 2009. #1. I've seen some pictures on this site of what looks to be factory made transom roller mast cradles. This would seem to ease positioning the mast for trailering, just unbolt and slide it forward at the step and rebolt.

  16. MAST CRADLE KIT

    Complete Mast Cradle Kit Designed to Support Aft End of Dinghy Mast When Towing. Mounting Hardware Included; Includes: Mast Cradle Weldment With Plate - 2×2×60″ (SKU #1119.006) *For Use with 2×3″ and 3×3″ Boat Trailer Tongues* SKU: 1119.116. Weight: 20 lbs. PRICE: $ 131.55. Quantity: Add to cart. CUSTOMERS ALSO BOUGHT... TONGUE JACK ...

  17. MAST CRADLE WELDMENT WITH PLATE

    5 Foot Tall, Galvanized, Steel, Boat Trailer Stand Designed to Support Aft End of Dinghy Mast When Towing. Cradle Measures: 2.5″ Wide × 9.88″ Long; Post Measures: 2.0″ Square × 60″ Long; Includes 4.50″ Square Mounting Plate; 11 Gauge (0.120″) Steel Thickness; Mounting Hardware NOT Included *For Use with 2×3″ and 3×3″ Boat ...

  18. Mast Cradle

    Novasail. SKU: NSMBPROF54.00$. Mast bracket PRO series Flat shape quantity. Mast bracket PRO series 'W' shape. Novasail. SKU: NSMBPROW49.00$. Mast bracket PRO series 'W' shape quantity. Out of stock. Stainless steel battery cap with inner spring.

  19. Mast cradle

    Boat Info. Downloads Weekly Quiz Topic FAQ 10000boatnames.com. Classifieds. Sell Your Boat Used Gear for Sale. Parts. General Marine Parts Hunter Beneteau Catalina MacGregor Oday. ... Need to know how to build cradles to haul mast on a 40.5 Hunter. Also need information on stepping the mast, any short cuts, etc. ...

  20. Hobie Mast Cradle

    Description. Molded to the shape of the rear cross bar and carpeted to protect the mast and cross bar. Includes a simple single shock cord tie down the secures the cradle to the cross bar and the mast to the cradle. Mast Cradle for Hobie Wave, Getaway,14, 16, 17, 20 & 21SC. RESOURCES & SUPPORT. Hobie Cat Parts Locators. Hobie Cat Rigging Guides.

  21. Boat Trailering Mast holder

    This gives a good starting angle to start lifting the mast for raising. Pretty simple to make. It cost me about $65.00 + materials. It looks like a crutch with a bow roller in the position that you would have your arm pit in. I built a second one to fasten through the mast step plate to hold the mast level for towing.