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Rise Up! How to Raise Your Sailboat Mast

Posted by Zoran Glozinic | Dogwatch , Projects , Sails & Canvas

Rise Up! How to Raise Your Sailboat Mast

Spring is here and marinas will soon be filled with mast-raisers. And while the world is filled (to the brim?) with mast-raising solutions, I have another. I believe my method is possibly the simplest solution most applicable to a wide range of boats. It allows a sailor to raise a mast independently, without a crane, affording freedom. It also enables a sailor to do it by themself. And while most mast-raising solutions require various panoply of items a sailor needs to either purchase or fabricate—various gin poles, A-frames, lifting poles, winches, 2×6 boards, lawn-mower wheels, and mast supports mounted to rudder fittings on the transom—and while sailors who trailer their boats to various waters have to carry all of that with them, the solution I’ve come up with uses a very small amount of extra equipment, so small it can almost be carried in one’s pocket.

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Everything rigged and mast ready to be raised with a tug on the mainsheet.

So, what is required and how do you rig it?

  • First, to use my solution, your mast should have a mast base/step or tabernacle on which the mast can pivot. This is common.
  • Next, there will need to be an attachment point on either side of the boat, aligned with the mast pivoting point—athwartships and on the same axis. You might need to get creative here because each boat is different. The two attachment points (eyes are fine) can be permanent (as in this photo), or they can be made using a steel ring and two short lengths of steel wire or chain temporarily attached to an existing hardpoint. The wider these attachment points are spaced, the better, because they serve as hardpoints to attach two sets of temporary shrouds.
  • About seven feet above the mast step (or as high as you can comfortably reach up the mast when it’s vertical) on either side of the mast, there must be tangs or permanent mounts to attach the mast-supporting set of temporary shrouds. I used a length of ¼-inch threaded rod that passes through the mast and through two small hardwood blocks and two small tangs made from mild steel. I install these tangs when needed, using wingnuts. When sailing, there is nothing on the mast to snag halyards, and the two small holes are not something I worry about.

And that is it for boat modifications.

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Mast successfully raised, note the athwartships attachment points on the dorade boxes and the two sets of temporary shrouds.

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A close-up view of the athwartships attachment points.

To raise and lower the mast, I rig things and operate as follows. In this example, the mast is attached to a pivoting base and stowed lowered onto the bow pulpit.

  • Between the athwartships attachment points and the mast tangs, I attach a set of temporary shrouds. These I made from coated wire rope (the same as used for lifelines). These will remain taut for the duration of the mast raising or lowering (because they’re attached on the same axis on which the mast pivots) and serve to prevent the mast from swaying from side to side.
  • I attach the boom like I’m ready to sail, 90 degrees to the mast, connected to the gooseneck fitting and with the topping lift and end-of-boom mainsheet rigged. I use the main halyard and boom downhaul to keep the gooseneck fixed (so it cannot slide up or down, if track-mounted).
  • Between the athwartships attachment points and the clew end of the boom, I attach a second set of temporary shrouds. These I made from low-stretch braided line and they will also remain taut for the entire mast raising and lowering.
  • Once all set, I pull on the mainsheet (rigged with 4:1 block-and-tackle for purchase) to raise the mast. It’s relatively easy and the mast remains in control; I can stop and start at any point in the process if needed.

If my mast was instead pivoted aft and stowed on an aft-rail support, I could still use the same method, but I would have to attach a separate gooseneck fitting on the front of the mast and some separate running rigging to function as the topping lift does.

Happy spring mast raising!

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One nice-to-have modification I’ve made is to the pulpit where my mast rests when stowed. I made a wooden mast support mounted on the bow rail. The rubber roller has two positions: the lower position is used for winter mast storage, and the upper position allows for easy mast sliding, fore and aft, when getting it to the exact position in order to install (remove) the pivoting bolt/pin at the mast base or tabernacle. When not in use, I stow this support at the bottom of a sail locker.

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Zoran Glozinic

Zoran Glozinic

Zoran Glozinic is a retired business professional who has been messing around in boats and old cars all his life. He currently lives in Laval, Quebec, where he divides his free time between a good old English bilge-keel boat and a 16-year-old Saab car.

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I am new here, or at least have not posted in a very long time, I forget which. In any event, I have owned several sailboats over the last 15 years since I began sailing, including an M-16 Scow, MacGregor 25, Flying Scot, Sirius 17, O'Day 20, Com-Pac 16, and recently purchased a 1994 Precision 23. I have typically slipped my bigger boats on Mille Lacs Lake in central Minnesota, which is what I plan to do with the P-23. I typically single-hand and like to be able to do it all by myself, including raising and lowering the mast, which on the P-23 is impossible without a mast raising system. After much research and finding no resources online, let alone made to order systems, but knowing the general concepts, I decided to build my own. Materials used include a ten foot section of conduit cut down to 8 feet, two eye bolts, two U-bolts, a section of 2x6 board notched out on one end to fit wround the mast step, and a couple bolts and nuts to connect the base of the board where its notched out to the mast step, through which I drilled two holes for connecting the gin pole to the step. To keep the mast from swaying while being raised I connected chains between the stanchions on each side of the boat that straddle the tabernacle, then used line tied to one chain perpendicular to the step, ran up to the mast about six feet where I wrapped it around and then ran it over to the other chain and tied it off at, again, a point perpendicular to the step pivot point. This is sort of a jury-rigged baby stay system, which is removed once the mast is raised. I connected the jib halyard to the aft eye-bolt at the end of the gin pole, making sure the angle between the pole and mast was slightly less than 90 degrees. I also used my main sheet system for mechanical advantage, connected between the bow and forward eye bolt on the gin pole. I tested the system out today and it works pretty well, though I think I am going to flip the system over from now on so the pole ends up on the top of the 2x6 board once the mast is raised, as today I damaged my connector plug for my mast light and need to fix it now. These pictures illustrate what I did.  

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Where on Mille Lacs? When I got my 22 I considered Mac's Twin Bay, but ended up keeping the boat in town on Lake Nokomis. But I would like to trailer up and check out Mille Lacs sometime. How's the sailing up there? I imagine the wind can really build up. It's a big lake.  

The sailing is great since its wide open. You can set the sails and concentrate on steering and making a few sail adjustments here and there, and just sail across the lake, which can take a couple of hours or more. I try to avoid going out when its rough, but have been caught out in it a time or two. I sail out of the West side, just South of Garrison, so with the prevailing winds being from the NW the fetch is short and the waves usually not too bad where I am, but if its reversed and coming from the South or SE, they can build up to some nice rollers.  

Thank you, Jonny. I have a similar situation, just bought a 1986 Precision 23 in good condition, but no mast raising system. I am familiar with MacGregor and Corsair 31. The Corsair system is even simpler, no lines attached to the top of the pole, only a fork at the top. You can see it here: . But for a relatively light mast on Precision 23 this is great.  

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Raising and lowering the mast on our Catalina 22 was usually the most hair-raising thing we did all year. Good to see your system works.  

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The more recent Corsair/Farrier mast raising systems have changed. there are indeed wires attached to the end of the gin pole to prevent the mast from rotating on its axis if it sways in a side wind. If the mast rotates as it sways laterally a foot or more in s cross wind, the gin pole is pulled out of column, and that can cause the gin pole to buckle. Here are some links to the newer Farrier 2018 F22 mast raising system. One of the nicest features of the system is that it effortlessly handles the furler. And here are three short videos on a similar system I built for my 1992 F24, mostly using stuff we had hanging around. Watch how the system controls the furler extrusion during mast raising or lowering. Judy  

I tried to post an improved version of jonnyonthespot, but I need to have 5 posts in order to add links, images. Crazy.  

OK, so this is my 3rd post. That's not helping any one. 5 posts? I am trying to be helpful.  

post No. 4. Does't make sense to post nonsense, in order to post the real thing?  

Now, I am on the last of the 5 posts. Next will be the real one.  

Here is my improved version of jonnyonthespot's mast raising pole. See below. All you need are a few parts from Home Depot and a bit of tinkering. The bracket is made from a Galvanized Standoff Post Base, after you separate/cut the end that is joined together. The rest of the job is fitting the parts together, drilling a few holes, etc. For the pole, I used an 8 feet garden post, also from Home Depot. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Simpson...-Standoff-Post-Base-for-4x4-PBS44AZ/100374846 https://www.homedepot.com/p/Charlot...sch+40+bushing}:nr+qu:{dwv+sch+40+bushing}:qu https://www.homedepot.com/p/Fernco-1-1-4-in-x-1-1-4-in-Flexible-PVC-Coupling-P1056-125/100055392 https://www.homedepot.com/p/Charlot...MPT-x-S-Male-Adapter-PVC021091200HD/203811644  

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Nice job, notname. I am thinking of going to a metal fab shop and having them weld me up a one-off steel bracket to attach to the bottom of the gin pole because the 2x6 isn't cutting it. Also thinking about adding a brake winch to the pole in lieu of using the blocks system. I will follow up with some new pics if/when I get this done. Figure I may as well go high end on this since it will be a permanent accessory with the boat.  

Hello, We moved our 23' sailboat to Mille Lacs last season after sailing on Minnetonka for a couple years. We are keeping it at Izaty's which has been really nice... we have young kids so the pool and other amenities are great. Being on the south side we definitely get some waves, but it's mostly fun. I'd like to get to know other Mille Lacs sailors, are you returning this year? Do you have a slip at Terry's Best regards, Chris  

Yes I will definitely be slipping my boat on Mille Lacs again this season. I had my Mac25 at Izatys back in 2008; nice facility they have there. They are actually not too exensive. I think like $850 for the season. I think Terry's is $800. Izaty's is closer for me, but my pops has a big ice fishing house i use as a cabin to sleep in overnight when I go up, and its at Terry's. The drive, about an hour and 15 minutes, is long enough to make me wanna sleep over and sail Saturday and Sunday, or sometimes Friday-Sunday. I have had no luck finding a fabricator to make my one-off gin pole base plate.  

I just formed a Facebook group: Mille Lacs Sailors - If you're on Facebook please join! It'd be great to start a community for Mille Lacs sailors!  

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How do I make a mast raising system?

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I just bought a 2000 model year Catalina 18 and want to add on a mast raising system as I single hand a lot. Anyone out there have any knowledge on how to build one? Or, where to buy one? Thanks  

justsomeguy

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Re: How do I make a mast raising system for a Catalina 18? You could do a Google search on the words "gin pole mast".  

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It's about leverage, I'd look around on-line but you could attach a block near the bow and run a line through it to the mast and then back to your winch and crank it up.  

Re: How do I make a mast raising system for a Catalina 18? Will Do, thanks  

Re: How do I make a mast raising system for a Catalina 18? That's where my challenge is. If I can see a picture of it, I can make one. Not really a design guy, so that's where I need someone who knows the engineering of the thing. Thanks  

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Re: How do I make a mast raising system for a Catalina 18? What I did for my Flying Scott was add a removable 2 x 2 square aluminum tubing to the trailer front wench post. It extended about 4-5 feet higher than the wench post. Using a pulley bock on top of the post, the trailer wench cable pulled the mast up. This system worked very well. Having someone in the boat steading the mast while it is being raised makes the job easier. I was able to raise it myself when I was sailing alone.  

Sailin Dog said: I just bought a 2000 model year Catalina 18 and want to add on a mast raising system as I single hand a lot. Anyone out there have any knowledge on how to build one? Or, where to buy one? Thanks Click to expand

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Re: How do I make a mast raising system for a Catalina 18? How much does it weigh?  

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Sailin Dog said: If I can see a picture of it, I can make one. Click to expand
justsomeguy said: You could do a Google search on the words "gin pole mast". Click to expand

Re: How do I make a mast raising system for a Catalina 18? Great Video! and the model was a good forethought. I have some homework to do, but am now confident I will have something up and running before the Spring season hits. Kind Regards  

Joe

Re: How do I make a mast raising system for a Catalina 18? For my Nacra 5.2 (17 ft boat, 25 ft rotating mast) I use a collapsible tripod, placed about 6 feet behind the trailer, that supports the mast in preparation for raising( I've seen many guys use a 6 or 7 foot ladder for this also). I have also seen devices that mount to the trailer... and props that sit in the cockpit... be creative, I guess. I use the tripod because it will fit in the boat box. The trailer has a vertical beam up front for mast support when travelling. I fixed a block to the top of the support beam, just below the mast support cradle, and a simple Fulton trailer winch lower down, at waist level, on the same beam. The boat must be strapped to the trailer, the trailer hooked to your vehicle, for this system to work safely. To raise, all rigging is attached except the forestay, of course. The mast is inserted in the base... then propped up on the tripod to get it above horizontal. The line from the winch is connected to the forestay. The line has a screw pin shackle on the end... this pin will fit through the eye on the forestay, so if you have a sweged terminal eye, make sure it's the pin fits. The simply crank it up. Okay, how here's the main issue: If your shrouds are not swept back, and attached to the chainplates on approximately the same plane as the mast base's pivot point... you will not have any sway problems as the stick goes up... if, however, like my beach cat the shrouds are swept back... no backstay... then they will not be tight as the mast goes up and there may be some swaying..... My answer to this is to use the adjustable trapeze lines anchored on the main beam.... You will have to find another solution, I have seen some rigs with struts temporarily attached to mast, I have seen gin pole arrangements that have guys to prevent side to side movement... etc... However, if the boat and trailer are level and the wind is not adverse, you may not have the problem at all... or at least you can control it by steadying the winch line... Good luck.  

My biggest problem when raising my mast up from stern to bow is that the sweptback shrouds are slack until the mast is up, so it's hard to handle any glitch as it's lifted. I found that tight side stays(temporary baby stays) will keep that all in order and balanced. You don't need much force to keep the mast balanced as a large force is only needed if it goes away from balance. A port or starboard baby stay can be made using a 10ft. adjustable cargo strap with a hook on each end that is anchored perpendicular to the pivot point of the mast. I made a temporary bridle to put between the shroud and a cleat on each side to create a temporary pivot point to avoid adding new holes to the boat. The straps interlace at the mast so no modification there either. I wanted to take my gin pole with me so I could raise the mast on water. I built three single gin poles and two A-frames before deciding the type. A-frame won but I still had to keep the baby stays that I thought would go away(maybe too sloppy of a build?). I used 3/4" galvanized emt for the A and single speed wenches that are on the boat, with a couple blocks, for wenches. I can see where a ladder could work if only raising/lowering at the trailer.  

Macgregor web site has video on mast raising system. Its for 26ft boat with much longer mast. I used to do it single handed.  

Sailin Dog said: Took your advice and did the Google Search route. ("Hello") Had forgotten the term Gin Pole and that was key of course. Have since downloaded approx. 50 pages of various designs, and now the gears are turning, just have to make up my shopping list now and locate the parts. Thanks to All who responded. Warm Winds and Fair Seas... Click to expand

Here is a short video of me lowering the mast on my Capri-18. The Capri-18 use basically the same set-up as the Macgregor's with the baby-stays and gin-pole. One key part is the mast crutch to lift the mast enough so you don't damage the front of the cabin hatch. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90K0AYD01OI Don  

Joe Blizzard said: Pictures, we got pictures: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=li7SadZL8ek Click to expand

Crazy Dave Condon

Several things to consider. First, have a telescoping rear mast crutch to get the mast elevated up enough if using any raising system. Secondly, let out all the way the back stay(You can add a permanent lever to the backstay to loosen up while raising. Third, use a separate block and tackle attached from the forestay chain plate to a line for example the jib halyard that is long enough that comes back to the cockpit. (MAKE SURE THE JIB HALYARD IS SECURED) Then stand beside the mast when raising to steady it so it will not go sideways while raising. Make sure no lines are hanging loose and inspect the shroud turnbuckles attached at the chain plates are not binding. Also make sure the trailer is on a flat surface. With mast up, pin it but when releasing the line in the cam cleat, use your shoe vs. hand as it is under a lot of tension. Then go back and readjust back stay to proper tension OR CLOSE THE TENSION ADJUSTER IF YOU INVESTED IN THAT. As a former Catalina dealer, this was the way I use to raise the mast by myself. crazy dave condon  

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Sailin Dog said: That's where my challenge is. If I can see a picture of it, I can make one. Not really a design guy, so that's where I need someone who knows the engineering of the thing. Thanks Click to expand

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The First 24 SE interior is minimalistic and very weight-sensitive, but in addition to her performance, she still provides all key amenities you can expect on a modern 24ft high-performance racer. The large open-space salon can easily sleep up to 4 adults, two on the V-berth and two on the extendable side beds. Her removable crew bags house personal belongings, and can be stored under the benches. Her indoor/outdoor table can be used in the salon or cockpit, and there is even a dedicated place for a chemical toilet. For technical storage, there is a large-volume capacity under the cockpit area, accessible from the exterior. All interior components function as parts of the boat structure. Furthermore, the First 24 SE is highly modular, so one can easily reduce additional weight for racing. 

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Joining the One Design Class gives you access to the largest recreational community of like-minded sailors. It enables you to test your skills on the racecourse and enjoy good company ashore.

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The new Seanapps  app is the ultimate solution to help you indulge your passion for boating. With the touch of your finger, you can easily connect, monitor and order services for your boat – from routine maintenance, to requesting a wash or fuel or having us complete a repair.

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The information below is intended for general informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice and does not constitute a contractual agreement. Any descriptions, representations, or statements made in this document are not to be considered binding unless explicitly stated otherwise in a formal contractual agreement.

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The thinking behind a modern sailing event – SE challenge's roots

It was almost dark when I stepped from the ever-balancing hull of my Seascape 18 onto the dock in Svendborg. To my surprise, the familiar cocktail of relief, elation, sadness, joy, and overwhelming sensation of accomplishment started to kick in.

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Sunny skies for the 41th Spi Ouest-France

Four days of high-level racing!

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The epic legend of the First : 40 years on

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Buying a BENETEAU doesn’t have to be a daunting task. We have teams of experts to guide you through the entire process – everything from sea trials, financing, and customization to after-sale commissioning, service, and maintenance. We are proud to have one of the largest, most highly-regarded dealer networks in the world. We’re ready to provide you with the assistance and expertise needed to launch you and your BENETEAU on a lifetime of happy, rewarding, and memorable voyages.

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4.3 m / 14’ 1’’

1.7 m / 5’ 7’’

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5.55 m / 18’3’’

2.38 m / 7’ 10’’

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7.99 m / 26’3’’

2.54 m / 8’4’’

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  1. Mast Up Sailboat Mast Raising System

    Mast Up Sailboat Mast Raising System is an easy mast stepping device and supports your mast while trailering or storing. Now just 2 people can raise any mast. Ideal for short handed mast raising. Fits virtually any boat with an outboard rudder (see the Mast Up Cockpit version for through-hull rudder boats). Mast Up telescopes to 9-1/2 feet.

  2. MAST RAISING SYSTEM, CURRENT WITH WINCH FOR ALL BUT 26M

    This is the newer winch style mast raising system for use on all MacGregor and Venture boats except the 26M. This system can be used if you don't have a mast raiser at all or if you want to update a block and tackle style system to the newer winch style. Most boats will need some additional hardware, especially if you don't have any mast raiser ...

  3. Rise Up! How to Raise Your Sailboat Mast

    To raise and lower the mast, I rig things and operate as follows. In this example, the mast is attached to a pivoting base and stowed lowered onto the bow pulpit. Between the athwartships attachment points and the mast tangs, I attach a set of temporary shrouds. These I made from coated wire rope (the same as used for lifelines).

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    MastMate is a system for the raising and lowering of the mast on a trailerable yacht. MastMate allows one person to raise or lower a mast single-handed. This task can be accomplished easily, quickly, and with safety. Mastmate has been developed over several years, and safety for the operator and other crew has been a major consideration in the ...

  5. Mastup Mast Stepper with 3/8" Pintles

    Features: • Fabricated from square tubing for strength • White electrostatically applied powder coating • 3/8" Pintles are adjustable in height • Roller on top eases positioning the mast • Fits virtually any boat with an outboard rudder • Supports the mast while trailering • Eliminates raising & lowering problems on land or water • Telescopes to 9-1/2' high Step 1: Your mast ...

  6. Precision Mast Raising System

    Precision Mast Raising System Available from factory for P-21 and P-23. See Carl Kotheimer's custom mast raising system for his P-21. Photo by Steve Goggi, The Sailboat Shop: System setup and ready to raise the mast. Photo by Steve Goggi, The Sailboat Shop: Up, up, up. A one person operation.

  7. Balpha Mast

    Foldable Mast System. Balpha Mast is a foldable mast system for yachts, which allows for easy lowering and raising of masts. Southampton Boat Show - 2018. 'Balpha Global' is at berth M266 at the Southampton Boat Show 2018. See the video below for a live demonstration of our foldable Balpha Mast system. Foldable mast Balphamast.

  8. The Mastendr Quick-Rig Sailing System from Com-Pac Yachts

    1195 Kapp Dr., Clearwater, Florida 33765 USA. Call Us: 727-443-4408. E-mail Us: [email protected]. The Mastendr system, unique to Com-Pac, adds an ease and convenience to trailer sailing that is really astounding: your mast is up and you are ready to go in seconds, not minutes.

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    Quality Sailboat Masts, Booms, Hardware and Rigging Since 1963. Dwyer Mast & Rigging manufactures high-quality sailboat masts, booms, hardware, and rigging. Originally founded in 1963 as Dwyer Aluminum Mast Company, the legacy continues as an OEM supplier by taking advantage of improved manufacturing methods to offer a wide range of products ...

  10. Rig-Rite Inc.

    Spars, Rigging, and Hardware for Sailboats. Rig-Rite, Inc. Phone: (001) 401-739-1140 -- FAX: (001) 401-739-1149 www.RigRite.com ... RIG-RITE stocks the largest variety of related Systems and Hardware available anywhere, Specializing in original replacement parts for Systems on yachts built the world over. Spars - Masts, Booms ...

  11. A great mast raising system

    A great mast raising system. I have a Hunter 23 and have tried several mast raising systems over the years and have finally found one that is superior to all others. It is fast, easy and safe, I found it on youtube under "mast raising tool". I made mine for under $50 and it works great. I can easily raise and lower the mast by myself at will ...

  12. Sailboat Mast Raising System (CHEAP!)

    Today I try and develop a mast raising system for my Macgregor sailboat.Please consider becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/SailingFreeStyleOr gratuit...

  13. Montgomery Sailboats Owners Group

    The mast is lifted using one of the boat's sail handling winches. The mast is so light that a kid can raise it. The system can be left in place while sailing. Even without this option, one person can easily raise and lower the mast by hand." Priced at $98. (My brother owned a Mac-26 and this system, it works like a charm — but we never made ...

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    The original sail boat mast ladder, made in the USA since 1989. The original sail boat mast ladder, made in the USA since 1989. Home; Products. Climbing System; ... Over the years, we have supplied the Mast Mate Climbing System to Single Handed Transpac Racers, as well as to a number of challengers in the Ostar Races. A single hander has no one ...

  15. Precision 23 Gin Pole Mast Raising System

    Precision 23 Gin Pole Mast Raising System. I am new here, or at least have not posted in a very long time, I forget which. In any event, I have owned several sailboats over the last 15 years since I began sailing, including an M-16 Scow, MacGregor 25, Flying Scot, Sirius 17, O'Day 20, Com-Pac 16, and recently purchased a 1994 Precision 23.

  16. Macgregor 25 Owner Modifications and Upgrades

    MacGregor 25 Mast Raising System The mast can be easily raised single handedly using this or other variation on the same theme. Total cost of construction was less than $30, Parts needed: 1 1.5x1.5 x 7' aluminum square tubing, $7 1 1500' winch $15 1 block or as in my case a medium size $2.50 caster with wheel ground into a sheave.

  17. MacGregor 25

    LADDER, SWIM, PRE-95. Our Price: $249.00. This is the newer winch style mast raising system for use on all MacGregor and Venture boats except the 26M. This system can be used if you don't have a mast raiser at all or if you want to update a block and tackle style system to the newer winch style.

  18. How do I make a mast raising system?

    Feb 27, 2014. #18. Several things to consider. First, have a telescoping rear mast crutch to get the mast elevated up enough if using any raising system. Secondly, let out all the way the back stay (You can add a permanent lever to the backstay to loosen up while raising.

  19. BENETEAU First 24 SE

    The First 24 SE is a modern high-tech sport cruiser, capable of delivering thrilling performance in a versatile package that is easy to use and maintain.She is of course trailerable, and her smart mast-raising system allows a single user to launch and go, giving you access to a wide variety of cruising and racing grounds, from international one-design regattas to coastal adventure races.

  20. Catalina 22 Sport Sailboat

    The Catalina 22 sport can also be fitted with a mast raising system that makes raising and lowering the mast much easier. Catalina Yacht's description of the Catalina 22 sport - In response to Catalina 22 owners' requests for a production boat that more accurately reflects the original dimensions and weight of this popular one design boat ...