If I were either going to change masts or add a baby stay, I’d do the
latter (oh, wait, I have). The 48.5 foot mast is plenty tall enough for
the boat and adding 2.5 feet doesn’t seem worth the effort.

But that’s just my opinion.

Bob

On Tue, May 5, 2015 at 5:49 PM, ewanoleary— via maillist <
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Tall ketch rig dimensions

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All,

Does anyone have rig dimensions for the tall rig ketch that was apparently
an option for later 424s?

I’m probably replacing my sticks, and if there is a rig plan I can get to
my rigger it will save a lot of time and effort.

I have an option on a 51′ mast, but would like to hear of anyone else’s
experience.

Use is definitely coastal cruising with limited need for bridge clearance.

Thoughts? Comments?

Thanks

Ewan

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Here’s a convenient place to get rig dimensions:

http://www.baconsails.com/sailsearch

Changing the rig dimensions is a big deal. You’d need new sails, wire and main mast, assuming the mizzen for both rigs is the same. I’d guess this to be about $35K total. If you have the shorter mast, switching to the taller mast would give you a bit of performance improvement but the 424 in any option was never a fast boat. There are less expensive ways to improve performance, e.g. folding/feathering prop, larger genoa, and asymetrical spinnaker. You might keep your eyes open for a salvage tall ketch within shipping distance. Unfortunately, they come up every now and then. If the rig is still in good condition, you may pick the stuff up for a song.

Rich

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