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Fixed topmast backstay and a squaretop main? That is a recipe for an expensive day on the water. You need masthead runners if you plan to use masthead spinnakers and a squaretop main. You could reef the main so it clears the backstay?1 point
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I presume you mean the PYBC. I think you will have to become a member to use the facilities and dinghy lockers. There have been several live aboards up around there over the years. Be prepared for a few sleepless nights when you get a good blow from the s/west.1 point
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Looks like too much topmost backstay probably only need to use this with masthead gear on Also you may need to reef a lot earlier than you think with that squaretop main, bring it down to height of forestay at as low as 12-15 knots (it is a Ross boat after all, they go best standing up) Also if you’ve only just bought it don’t trust that the rig and sail are setup for each other1 point
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Agree. Surface tension and the structure of the ply tends to suck water up the wood pores, often quite a long way from the initial problem For peace of mind, after getting back to dry ply, I would put an internal tingle over the area, then you know you are bulletproof.1 point
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Photos from around 1989 ish1 point
