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thom henneberger
Posts:7

01/27/2008 10:41 PM
We are planning to two our J24 to several reagattas this season. This will be a new experience for us. How does one stow the mast on the deck for trailering? More specifically, where does one lash it to the bow and stern pulpits? It is above or suspended below the their top rails? If below, how for below is it suspended? What is the orientation of the spreaders? Where does one cradle or support the middle of the mast on the deck. Can we simply cut a V notch in a small plank section and rest the mast there? Is it supported in two place? Does anyone sell cradles for supporting the mast on deck? As you can tell, we're a bit clueless since this is new and any advice you can offer is appreciated. Thanks Thom

Dan Webb
Posts:55

01/28/2008 1:58 PM
Hey Thom, There is no right or wrong way to lash the mast down as long as it shows up at the same place the boat does! I have seen several different methods. This is how we tie ours down: We rest the mast on top of the stern pulpit and under the bow pulpit (about halfway between the top of the pulpit and the deck). We offset the mast at the stern pulpit (tie it to the vertical stantion) so that you can get into the companionway without the mast being in the way. The center of the mast is supported by an 8" fender over the forward companionway cover. My boat has the old style companionway covers so the fender also keeps the forward cover secure while trailering. We tie the mast to both sides of the bow pulpit with a long dock line. Make sure you run the line through the forward "U" cleat and around the mast. This will prevent the mast from bouncing. If you have the old companionway covers, make sure you lash down the aft cover also. This method has worked great for us. Where are you planning on racing this year? Happy Trailering!!!

Ken Shores
Posts:45

01/31/2008 11:01 AM
When I towed my J24 cross country (and I didn't know any better) it was tied off as the other guy said to the bow and stern pulpits with vee of the spreaders down. Lines were tied round the ends of the speaders to the chain plate bracket on the deck. A timber hitch (a loop of line around the mast with two to three passes around the standing end with the running end) resists the tendency for the mast to roll. One caution if you support the mast with some kind of crutch in the cockpit area or the area in front of the companionway, be careful because the crutch can come free and crack your compass (like it did mine). Now if you are real crafty you can make a bow and stern cradles for you mast with 2X4's, indoor-outdoor carpet, and stainless steel eyes. Best of luck Ken Shores USA 2273

David Kenyon
Posts:18

04/10/2008 8:08 PM
Guys, I have designed and built a spar carrying system for the J24. I sell them to J24 teams here on the Texas Circuit. It uses a HDPE crutch stabilized at the rear push-pit, a center HDPE crutch that fits in your existing mast partner, and a nylon web sling on the pulpit. I've made a few and used them for many hundreds of miles. Not a mark on the spar or boat. If interested, I'll send pictures and price list. david kenyon USA 4165 ayeBoat dak2@hotmail.com

David Kenyon
Posts:18

04/10/2008 8:09 PM
Guys, I have designed and built a spar carrying system for the J24. I sell them to J24 teams here on the Texas Circuit. It uses a HDPE crutch stabilized at the rear push-pit, a center HDPE crutch that fits in your existing mast partner, and a nylon web sling on the pulpit. I've made a few and used them for many hundreds of miles. Not a mark on the spar or boat. If interested, I'll send pictures and price list. david kenyon USA 4165 ayeBoat dak2@hotmail.com

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