Fellow Tuners,
In a nasty blast a few weeks ago on the Bay, Carlos' mast suddenly went
sideways, outers parted at the top and inner at the bottom. Amazingly
mast is fine (and so are all the crew). So I need to replace Carlos'
standing rigging, and someone suggested Dyform or "compacted strand"
wire. They are both SS wire but pack a bit more steel into the same
diameter (I think) and are therefore somewhat stronger and less stretchy.
Does anyone have experience with either of these - or know whether they
are legal, for that matter? For reference, this is what I see in the
current rules (first entry is in main body, second entry is in checklist):
14.Wire rigging shall be of the same dimensions and materials as
supplied by factory except as to lower shrouds.Turnbuckles must be not
less than factory specifications as to dimensions and materials.No rod
rigging is permitted.It is suggested that boats sailing in heavy air
replace the factory supplied 5/32” lower shrouds with 3/16” wire.
B.Standing Rigging
1.All rigging is 5/32” SS wire. Lower shrouds 3/16” max. No rod rigging
Thanks much,
Jan Grygier
Carlos, Hull 320/sail 5020
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