[C320-list] Whisker Pole selection

[Jeff Hare]

The LC 10-18 is most likely your best choice.  I will suggest that given the
option, go for the internal trip line vs the external one.  I've regretted
the external line because it's in the way a lot and harder to open the jaws
than the internal one because the pull is off center.

Weight would be a factor on the 22' Whisker pole, the reacher may not be
durable or easy enough to use on the 135, I can't say for sure.  But the
line control is certainly worth it.

Ours is stored on the mast when not in use.

My opinions.
-Jeff 

-----Original Message-----
From: C320-list [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf
Of ROBERT MILLER
Sent: Saturday, February 18, 2017 1:01 PM
To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
Subject: [C320-list] Whisker Pole selection

I intend to purchase a Forespar whisker pole this year and mast mount it for
storage. This site has some great info on mounting and use of the pole. What
I'm having difficulty with is deciding which pole to buy - an LC 10-18 or a
Tri Reacher. I will use it mostly to pole out my 135 headsail but would like
the option of being able to pole out my Asym in light-medium air to sail
deeper downwind. The Tri Reacher is designed for this but at max 22 feet
(and a few pounds heavier) seems like overkill for the 320, plus I don't
think it has the Line Control feature. Has anyone used the LC 10-18 with
their Asym and have any recommendations on which would be the best overall
choice? 
Thanks,
Rob Miller
Alchemy, hull #571
Sidney BC


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