my M15 had the same setup as Tod describes and provided a picture link. didn't get in the way and were there if needed. putting together a Sage 17 right now that has single loop hand rails located near the aft end of the slider hatch and then by the forward hatch. when going forward use 'slider' handrail (aft), then the shrouds, then the 'forward hatch' handrail and finally the bow pulpit. if you would like pictures let me know. the next Sage after the one noted above will have padeyes in the cockpit and the foredeck. :: Dave Scobie :: former M15 owner - www.freewebs.com/m15-named-scred :: Sage Marine - www.sagemarine.com --- On Sun, 3/11/12, Tod <htmills@zoominternet.net> wrote:
Joe,
Rick very creatively mounted handrails atop the companionway slide retaining boards on his M15 Bluebird. Pic here:
http://www.peppypawspoochpark.com/htmills/images/LF-bluebirdandnymph.jpg
Tod
-----Original Message----- Sent: Sunday, March 11, 2012 2:15 PM To: For and about Montgomery Sailboats
Thanks for all the advice on the lifelines. I like the advice on the padeyes and jacklines. I might also add some hand rails closer to the center of the cabin roof. I don't go forward very often but when I do it seems there is always a 2' chop so I end up doing a lot of waddling around on my hands and knees. Thanks again. Joe SeaFrog