[C320-list] Whisker Pole selection

[Allan S. Field]

   We also had a mast-track-mounted Forespar 0-18 for poling out a 150
   when going DDW.  I never thought of using it for the A-Sym but now that
   I think about it, never would have.  The A-Sym is only good to about 12
   knots apparent and if the wind suddenly exceeds that, like going to 20,
   I wanted to be able to let the thing fly very quickly before either
   going over on the side or broaching.  In fact, when flying the A-Sym, I
   did 2 wraps around the winch but never let go of it so that I could
   dump it quickly which I had to do a few times.  It's a fun sail to use
   but needs to be used with caution.  And I fully concur with Jeff's
   recommendation regarding the internal trip line; wish I had that with
   our boat.
   Allan S. Field
   Sea Shadow - C387, #103
   Columbia, MD


   On 02/18/17, Jeff Hare<Catalina at thehares.com> wrote:

   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-----
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   Of ROBERT MILLER
   Sent: Saturday, February 18, 2017 1:01 PM
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   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
   Sent from my iPad=

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