Captain Dad Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Hi, New to Maricat, and beachcats in general. We are in our mid 50's and wife would like to have the boom as high as possible. I've been told that if it is up too high there is more of a chance of capsize (somehting she is also concerned about). Speed isn't particulary important when out with her but not capsizing and having it as easy as possible to move around is. Any input on keeping the boom as high as possible while being at a "less likely to capsize level" would be appreciate. The mast has some numbers that I assume are used as indicators of settings for the boom. If this is common to Marricat 4.3s I guess you could use that as a reference in any replies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZAX Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 I would not be too concerned about the increased height of the boom and capsizing, you may wish to see a sail maker to cut you a reefing point further up the sail if you want it significantly higher. Often the headboard at the top of the sail is cutaway and a new hole drilled in order to have the sail higher up the mast. You could do this modification yourself with a hacksaw and drill. Also removing the boom vang may make it more pleasant for your wife. The boom vang is a rope/pully system between the botom of the mast and attached about 50cm from the front of the boom. The boat can be sailed fine without the vang. Hope this helps ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Dad Posted January 13, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Zax, Thanks for that. Next time out I will put the sail up as high as possible and see how it goes. If not enough I'll follow one of your other suggestions. Removing the boom vang will probably help give her a bit more room too Cheers Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pointed Reply Posted January 15, 2006 Report Share Posted January 15, 2006 Hey Dad, I have recently removed the Boom Vang on our Sloop Rigged Mari, and the crew have found it to be much better. As Captain Sparrow was heard to say recently, the vang is only good for putting your foot on when going down wind in very light wind.At your mid 50s you are just rippening as a Maricat sailer !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Dad Posted January 17, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2006 Pointed Reply, Thanks for that. Will remove the boom vang next time out. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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