North Carolina Sailing New Sails at Stumpy Point
My 2nd test of the new Omar sails on my M-15 was along the northern shores of Pamlico Sound from Stumpy Point to Long Shoal River. It is a 2 hour drive to Stumpy Point and as you drive things get very sparse, and then they get sparser. The ramp is at the end of the road & is is overlooked by a small store and 1 house. Local commercial fishermen use it and the canal on a regular basis so security for overnight parking was not a concern. A rip-rap breakwater and wooden bulkhead offer quiet water for the launch. The ramp is short but steep enough to launch easily from. Bulkheads on one side offer a place to tie to since the ramp pier is quite short. Stumpy Point Bay is a circular water body about 2 miles across about 2-3 deep in most places. Indian lore has it a lake was created several hundred years ago by long burning peat fires. The lake was eventually broached to Pamlico Sound. The cruise plan was to sail south 12 NM and then 5 NM east to the head of Long Shoal River. Local sights included Sandy Bay with white sand beaches, Parched Corn Bay, & Long Shoal River protected by shallow water a mile or 2 offshore. On the outbound trip I did find the shortcut across the shoal by the tried and true Monty method: sail until you bump and then turn away. On the new course I could see where the wavelets were breaking and easily avoided them. On the return trip I stayed further out which was a mistake because the rudder "chattered" at me a 1/2 dozen times getting over the shoal. The new main was broken in from the 1st trip so with a 8-9 knot wind was able to run southward at a steady 4 1/2 knots until reaching Long Shoal River. The jib was a bit stiffer than my earlier jibs so I "twinged" it down and ran the sheet outside the shroud for a wing-on-wing run. This worked great & was easier than holding it out with a whisker pole. The large roach main provided good power. The head of Long Shoal River is a narrow marsh waterway. Both sails did well beating and tacking in the light winds inland. During some long north bound tacks in 10 knots I found that hauling the boom inboard, like a traveler would do, made a big difference in pointing. I'll have to find some way to rig a traveler on a M-15.
Michael After 2 years with my new to me 97 M15 I added a traveler. It is a bit overkill for the 15 and could be used on a 22 to 25 footer it is the M3 from Garhauer http://garhauermarine.com/catalog_process.cfm?cid=34 I have it mounted just outside the hatch across the seats and it works well George "We Can Not Control the Wind But We Can Adjust Our Sails" On Tue, Aug 18, 2015 at 6:06 AM, Michael Murphy <paulaandmike48@gmail.com> wrote:
My 2nd test of the new Omar sails on my M-15 was along the northern shores of Pamlico Sound from Stumpy Point to Long Shoal River. It is a 2 hour drive to Stumpy Point and as you drive things get very sparse, and then they get sparser. The ramp is at the end of the road & is is overlooked by a small store and 1 house. Local commercial fishermen use it and the canal on a regular basis so security for overnight parking was not a concern. A rip-rap breakwater and wooden bulkhead offer quiet water for the launch. The ramp is short but steep enough to launch easily from. Bulkheads on one side offer a place to tie to since the ramp pier is quite short.
Stumpy Point Bay is a circular water body about 2 miles across about 2-3 deep in most places. Indian lore has it a lake was created several hundred years ago by long burning peat fires. The lake was eventually broached to Pamlico Sound. The cruise plan was to sail south 12 NM and then 5 NM east to the head of Long Shoal River. Local sights included Sandy Bay with white sand beaches, Parched Corn Bay, & Long Shoal River protected by shallow water a mile or 2 offshore. On the outbound trip I did find the shortcut across the shoal by the tried and true Monty method: sail until you bump and then turn away. On the new course I could see where the wavelets were breaking and easily avoided them. On the return trip I stayed further out which was a mistake because the rudder "chattered" at me a 1/2 dozen times getting over the shoal.
The new main was broken in from the 1st trip so with a 8-9 knot wind was able to run southward at a steady 4 1/2 knots until reaching Long Shoal River. The jib was a bit stiffer than my earlier jibs so I "twinged" it down and ran the sheet outside the shroud for a wing-on-wing run. This worked great & was easier than holding it out with a whisker pole. The large roach main provided good power. The head of Long Shoal River is a narrow marsh waterway. Both sails did well beating and tacking in the light winds inland. During some long north bound tacks in 10 knots I found that hauling the boom inboard, like a traveler would do, made a big difference in pointing. I'll have to find some way to rig a traveler on a M-15.
Do you notice any improvement with the traveler? Do you still attach the mainsheet at the cabin step? I've suspected it could be especially helpful to have a wide traveler on the M15, because one could use it as the primary sail angle control on the main, and then use the mainsheet primarily to control headstay tension. Tyler
On Aug 18, 2015, at 4:47 PM, George Iemmolo <griemmolo2@gmail.com> wrote:
Michael
After 2 years with my new to me 97 M15 I added a traveler. It is a bit overkill for the 15 and could be used on a 22 to 25 footer it is the M3 from Garhauer
http://garhauermarine.com/catalog_process.cfm?cid=34
I have it mounted just outside the hatch across the seats and it works well
George "We Can Not Control the Wind But We Can Adjust Our Sails"
Tyler Definite improvement in Sail control. Light winds I take it up windward strong winds I run the traveler to the lee side to dump the wind. The main sheet is attached mid boom at the same spot it currently is right over the CB control. I have a 4 parts Main sheet system with hardware from SailCare (Best price) George "We Can Not Control the Wind But We Can Adjust Our Sails" On Tue, Aug 18, 2015 at 7:13 PM, Tyler Backman <casioqv@usermail.com> wrote:
Do you notice any improvement with the traveler? Do you still attach the mainsheet at the cabin step?
I've suspected it could be especially helpful to have a wide traveler on the M15, because one could use it as the primary sail angle control on the main, and then use the mainsheet primarily to control headstay tension.
Tyler
On Aug 18, 2015, at 4:47 PM, George Iemmolo <griemmolo2@gmail.com> wrote:
Michael
After 2 years with my new to me 97 M15 I added a traveler. It is a bit overkill for the 15 and could be used on a 22 to 25 footer it is the M3 from Garhauer
http://garhauermarine.com/catalog_process.cfm?cid=34
I have it mounted just outside the hatch across the seats and it works well
George "We Can Not Control the Wind But We Can Adjust Our Sails"
Hi George, Yeah, I found Sailcare has the best prices and their hardware is well finished. You can tell it is made in Italy. ;-} Tom B. Monty 17, "AS-IS" On Tue, Aug 18, 2015 at 7:51 PM, George Iemmolo <griemmolo2@gmail.com> wrote:
Tyler
Definite improvement in Sail control. Light winds I take it up windward strong winds I run the traveler to the lee side to dump the wind. The main sheet is attached mid boom at the same spot it currently is right over the CB control. I have a 4 parts Main sheet system with hardware from SailCare (Best price)
George "We Can Not Control the Wind But We Can Adjust Our Sails"
On Tue, Aug 18, 2015 at 7:13 PM, Tyler Backman <casioqv@usermail.com> wrote:
Do you notice any improvement with the traveler? Do you still attach the mainsheet at the cabin step?
I've suspected it could be especially helpful to have a wide traveler on the M15, because one could use it as the primary sail angle control on the main, and then use the mainsheet primarily to control headstay tension.
Tyler
On Aug 18, 2015, at 4:47 PM, George Iemmolo <griemmolo2@gmail.com> wrote:
Michael
After 2 years with my new to me 97 M15 I added a traveler. It is a bit overkill for the 15 and could be used on a 22 to 25 footer it is the M3 from Garhauer
http://garhauermarine.com/catalog_process.cfm?cid=34
I have it mounted just outside the hatch across the seats and it works well
George "We Can Not Control the Wind But We Can Adjust Our Sails"
if you don't mind saying, how much did it cost for a main sail?
On Aug 18, 2015, at 7:06 AM, Michael Murphy <paulaandmike48@gmail.com> wrote:
My 2nd test of the new Omar sails on my M-15 was along the northern shores of Pamlico Sound from Stumpy Point to Long Shoal River. It is a 2 hour drive to Stumpy Point and as you drive things get very sparse, and then they get sparser. The ramp is at the end of the road & is is overlooked by a small store and 1 house. Local commercial fishermen use it and the canal on a regular basis so security for overnight parking was not a concern. A rip-rap breakwater and wooden bulkhead offer quiet water for the launch. The ramp is short but steep enough to launch easily from. Bulkheads on one side offer a place to tie to since the ramp pier is quite short.
Stumpy Point Bay is a circular water body about 2 miles across about 2-3 deep in most places. Indian lore has it a lake was created several hundred years ago by long burning peat fires. The lake was eventually broached to Pamlico Sound. The cruise plan was to sail south 12 NM and then 5 NM east to the head of Long Shoal River. Local sights included Sandy Bay with white sand beaches, Parched Corn Bay, & Long Shoal River protected by shallow water a mile or 2 offshore. On the outbound trip I did find the shortcut across the shoal by the tried and true Monty method: sail until you bump and then turn away. On the new course I could see where the wavelets were breaking and easily avoided them. On the return trip I stayed further out which was a mistake because the rudder "chattered" at me a 1/2 dozen times getting over the shoal.
The new main was broken in from the 1st trip so with a 8-9 knot wind was able to run southward at a steady 4 1/2 knots until reaching Long Shoal River. The jib was a bit stiffer than my earlier jibs so I "twinged" it down and ran the sheet outside the shroud for a wing-on-wing run. This worked great & was easier than holding it out with a whisker pole. The large roach main provided good power. The head of Long Shoal River is a narrow marsh waterway. Both sails did well beating and tacking in the light winds inland. During some long north bound tacks in 10 knots I found that hauling the boom inboard, like a traveler would do, made a big difference in pointing. I'll have to find some way to rig a traveler on a M-15.
New main was sightly under $800 with 2 reef points. On Tue, Aug 18, 2015 at 7:54 PM, <capedory123@gmail.com> wrote:
if you don't mind saying, how much did it cost for a main sail?
On Aug 18, 2015, at 7:06 AM, Michael Murphy <paulaandmike48@gmail.com> wrote:
My 2nd test of the new Omar sails on my M-15 was along the northern shores of Pamlico Sound from Stumpy Point to Long Shoal River. It is a 2 hour drive to Stumpy Point and as you drive things get very sparse, and then they get sparser. The ramp is at the end of the road & is is overlooked by a small store and 1 house. Local commercial fishermen use it and the canal on a regular basis so security for overnight parking was not a concern. A rip-rap breakwater and wooden bulkhead offer quiet water for the launch. The ramp is short but steep enough to launch easily from. Bulkheads on one side offer a place to tie to since the ramp pier is quite short.
Stumpy Point Bay is a circular water body about 2 miles across about 2-3 deep in most places. Indian lore has it a lake was created several hundred years ago by long burning peat fires. The lake was eventually broached to Pamlico Sound. The cruise plan was to sail south 12 NM and then 5 NM east to the head of Long Shoal River. Local sights included Sandy Bay with white sand beaches, Parched Corn Bay, & Long Shoal River protected by shallow water a mile or 2 offshore. On the outbound trip I did find the shortcut across the shoal by the tried and true Monty method: sail until you bump and then turn away. On the new course I could see where the wavelets were breaking and easily avoided them. On the return trip I stayed further out which was a mistake because the rudder "chattered" at me a 1/2 dozen times getting over the shoal.
The new main was broken in from the 1st trip so with a 8-9 knot wind was able to run southward at a steady 4 1/2 knots until reaching Long Shoal River. The jib was a bit stiffer than my earlier jibs so I "twinged" it down and ran the sheet outside the shroud for a wing-on-wing run. This worked great & was easier than holding it out with a whisker pole. The large roach main provided good power. The head of Long Shoal River is a narrow marsh waterway. Both sails did well beating and tacking in the light winds inland. During some long north bound tacks in 10 knots I found that hauling the boom inboard, like a traveler would do, made a big difference in pointing. I'll have to find some way to rig a traveler on a M-15.
thanks, Im in Chapel Hill and when I get my act together and give my (new-87-M15) boat the once over perhaps we can meet up... Jeffrey On Wed, Aug 19, 2015 at 2:28 PM, Michael Murphy <paulaandmike48@gmail.com> wrote:
New main was sightly under $800 with 2 reef points.
On Tue, Aug 18, 2015 at 7:54 PM, <capedory123@gmail.com> wrote:
if you don't mind saying, how much did it cost for a main sail?
On Aug 18, 2015, at 7:06 AM, Michael Murphy <paulaandmike48@gmail.com> wrote:
My 2nd test of the new Omar sails on my M-15 was along the northern shores of Pamlico Sound from Stumpy Point to Long Shoal River. It is a 2 hour drive to Stumpy Point and as you drive things get very sparse, and then they get sparser. The ramp is at the end of the road & is is overlooked by a small store and 1 house. Local commercial fishermen use it and the canal on a regular basis so security for overnight parking was not a concern. A rip-rap breakwater and wooden bulkhead offer quiet water for the launch. The ramp is short but steep enough to launch easily from. Bulkheads on one side offer a place to tie to since the ramp pier is quite short.
Stumpy Point Bay is a circular water body about 2 miles across about 2-3 deep in most places. Indian lore has it a lake was created several hundred years ago by long burning peat fires. The lake was eventually broached to Pamlico Sound. The cruise plan was to sail south 12 NM and then 5 NM east to the head of Long Shoal River. Local sights included Sandy Bay with white sand beaches, Parched Corn Bay, & Long Shoal River protected by shallow water a mile or 2 offshore. On the outbound trip I did find the shortcut across the shoal by the tried and true Monty method: sail until you bump and then turn away. On the new course I could see where the wavelets were breaking and easily avoided them. On the return trip I stayed further out which was a mistake because the rudder "chattered" at me a 1/2 dozen times getting over the shoal.
The new main was broken in from the 1st trip so with a 8-9 knot wind was able to run southward at a steady 4 1/2 knots until reaching Long Shoal River. The jib was a bit stiffer than my earlier jibs so I "twinged" it down and ran the sheet outside the shroud for a wing-on-wing run. This worked great & was easier than holding it out with a whisker pole. The large roach main provided good power. The head of Long Shoal River is a narrow marsh waterway. Both sails did well beating and tacking in the light winds inland. During some long north bound tacks in 10 knots I found that hauling the boom inboard, like a traveler would do, made a big difference in pointing. I'll have to find some way to rig a traveler on a M-15.
I noticed that nearby Jordan Lake had several launch ramps, but that the marina seemed full of power boats. Might be an interesting place in the of season. Mike M-15 On Wed, Aug 19, 2015 at 6:36 PM, Jeff D <capedory123@gmail.com> wrote:
thanks, Im in Chapel Hill and when I get my act together and give my (new-87-M15) boat the once over perhaps we can meet up... Jeffrey
On Wed, Aug 19, 2015 at 2:28 PM, Michael Murphy <paulaandmike48@gmail.com> wrote:
New main was sightly under $800 with 2 reef points.
On Tue, Aug 18, 2015 at 7:54 PM, <capedory123@gmail.com> wrote:
if you don't mind saying, how much did it cost for a main sail?
On Aug 18, 2015, at 7:06 AM, Michael Murphy <paulaandmike48@gmail.com
wrote:
My 2nd test of the new Omar sails on my M-15 was along the northern
shores
of Pamlico Sound from Stumpy Point to Long Shoal River. It is a 2 hour drive to Stumpy Point and as you drive things get very sparse, and then they get sparser. The ramp is at the end of the road & is is overlooked by a small store and 1 house. Local commercial fishermen use it and the canal on a regular basis so security for overnight parking was not a concern. A rip-rap breakwater and wooden bulkhead offer quiet water for the launch. The ramp is short but steep enough to launch easily from. Bulkheads on one side offer a place to tie to since the ramp pier is quite short.
Stumpy Point Bay is a circular water body about 2 miles across about 2-3 deep in most places. Indian lore has it a lake was created several hundred years ago by long burning peat fires. The lake was eventually broached to Pamlico Sound. The cruise plan was to sail south 12 NM and then 5 NM east to the head of Long Shoal River. Local sights included Sandy Bay with white sand beaches, Parched Corn Bay, & Long Shoal River protected by shallow water a mile or 2 offshore. On the outbound trip I did find the shortcut across the shoal by the tried and true Monty method: sail until you bump and then turn away. On the new course I could see where the wavelets were breaking and easily avoided them. On the return trip I stayed further out which was a mistake because the rudder "chattered" at me a 1/2 dozen times getting over the shoal.
The new main was broken in from the 1st trip so with a 8-9 knot wind was able to run southward at a steady 4 1/2 knots until reaching Long Shoal River. The jib was a bit stiffer than my earlier jibs so I "twinged" it down and ran the sheet outside the shroud for a wing-on-wing run. This worked great & was easier than holding it out with a whisker pole. The large roach main provided good power. The head of Long Shoal River is a narrow marsh waterway. Both sails did well beating and tacking in the light winds inland. During some long north bound tacks in 10 knots I found that hauling the boom inboard, like a traveler would do, made a big difference in pointing. I'll have to find some way to rig a traveler on a M-15.
On Aug 21, 2015, at 8:47 AM, Michael Murphy wrote:
I noticed that nearby Jordan Lake had several launch ramps, but that the marina seemed full of power boats. Might be an interesting place in the of season. Mike M-15
On Wed, Aug 19, 2015 at 6:36 PM, Jeff D <capedory123@gmail.com> wrote:
thanks, Im in Chapel Hill and when I get my act together and give my (new-87-M15) boat the once over perhaps we can meet up... Jeffrey
I think I'm taking my M-15 back to Cary from New Bern this weekend. I plan to sail on Lake Jordan. There are a couple of ramps that are good for sailboats. Most south of the 64 bridge. Let me know when either of you are going sailing on Jordan. Chesley Sugg M-15, "Mouse"
ok, will do, have some work to do on my main and replace some rigging. Jeffrey
On Aug 21, 2015, at 2:42 PM, Chesley Sugg <csugg@mindspring.com> wrote:
On Aug 21, 2015, at 8:47 AM, Michael Murphy wrote:
I noticed that nearby Jordan Lake had several launch ramps, but that the marina seemed full of power boats. Might be an interesting place in the of season. Mike M-15
On Wed, Aug 19, 2015 at 6:36 PM, Jeff D <capedory123@gmail.com> wrote:
thanks, Im in Chapel Hill and when I get my act together and give my (new-87-M15) boat the once over perhaps we can meet up... Jeffrey
I think I'm taking my M-15 back to Cary from New Bern this weekend. I plan to sail on Lake Jordan. There are a couple of ramps that are good for sailboats. Most south of the 64 bridge. Let me know when either of you are going sailing on Jordan.
Chesley Sugg M-15, "Mouse"
can either of you snap a pic of the detail where the mast meets the boom? I can make it work with a sail stop in the mast but I think I'm missing some hardware there.? I bought an M15 from a very old gentleman and I think something is missing. I'm going through and replacing all old fittings... he was ill and some things were missing and I'm ok with that and knew that but just wondering what exactly the connection at that point is... thanks Jeffrey
On Aug 21, 2015, at 2:42 PM, Chesley Sugg <csugg@mindspring.com> wrote:
On Aug 21, 2015, at 8:47 AM, Michael Murphy wrote:
I noticed that nearby Jordan Lake had several launch ramps, but that the marina seemed full of power boats. Might be an interesting place in the of season. Mike M-15
On Wed, Aug 19, 2015 at 6:36 PM, Jeff D <capedory123@gmail.com> wrote:
thanks, Im in Chapel Hill and when I get my act together and give my (new-87-M15) boat the once over perhaps we can meet up... Jeffrey
I think I'm taking my M-15 back to Cary from New Bern this weekend. I plan to sail on Lake Jordan. There are a couple of ramps that are good for sailboats. Most south of the 64 bridge. Let me know when either of you are going sailing on Jordan.
Chesley Sugg M-15, "Mouse"
On Aug 21, 2015, at 4:47 PM, capedory123@gmail.com wrote:
can either of you snap a pic of the detail where the mast meets the boom? I can make it work with a sail stop in the mast but I think I'm missing some hardware there.? I bought an M15 from a very old gentleman and I think something is missing. I'm going through and replacing all old fittings... he was ill and some things were missing and I'm ok with that and knew that but just wondering what exactly the connection at that point is... thanks Jeffrey
Jeffery, I'll be in Cary on Sunday and during the week. Give me a call and I'll be glad to come by and look at your boat. Chesley Sugg 919 616 3702 csugg@mindspring.com
oh thanks, send me your number please, from the other email I think its just a slug but would be good to know for sure,,, Much appreciated, Jeffrey On Fri, Aug 21, 2015 at 5:05 PM, Chesley Sugg <csugg@mindspring.com> wrote:
On Aug 21, 2015, at 4:47 PM, capedory123@gmail.com wrote:
can either of you snap a pic of the detail where the mast meets the boom? I can make it work with a sail stop in the mast but I think I'm missing some hardware there.? I bought an M15 from a very old gentleman and I think something is missing. I'm going through and replacing all old fittings... he was ill and some things were missing and I'm ok with that and knew that but just wondering what exactly the connection at that point is... thanks Jeffrey
Jeffery,
I'll be in Cary on Sunday and during the week. Give me a call and I'll be glad to come by and look at your boat.
Chesley Sugg 919 616 3702 csugg@mindspring.com
On 8/21/2015 10:09 PM, Jeff D wrote: Sorry, Jeff, I can't send you a picture since I don't own a M15 anymore. Poseidon visited me some years ago, popped open a can of Fosters beer and handed it to me; opened one for himself, and then he began by asking me how long I thought I could still go sailing. I wasn't the youngest anymore, and neither was my First Mate. He had made a good point. So, I thanked him for his concern. Poseidon and I finished our cans of beer. He got back on his chariot pulled by seahorses and guided by mermaids, and disappeared into the lake. Shortly thereafter I sold our M15. My input is solely from memory, after sailing such a wonderful little ship. Connie ex M15 #400 LEPPO ex Northeast 38 RHE ex Tripp-Lentsch 29 FUN TOO
oh thanks, send me your number please, from the other email I think its just a slug but would be good to know for sure,,, Much appreciated, Jeffrey
On Fri, Aug 21, 2015 at 5:05 PM, Chesley Sugg <csugg@mindspring.com> wrote:
On Aug 21, 2015, at 4:47 PM, capedory123@gmail.com wrote:
can either of you snap a pic of the detail where the mast meets the boom? I can make it work with a sail stop in the mast but I think I'm missing some hardware there.? I bought an M15 from a very old gentleman and I think something is missing. I'm going through and replacing all old fittings... he was ill and some things were missing and I'm ok with that and knew that but just wondering what exactly the connection at that point is... thanks Jeffrey
Jeffery,
I'll be in Cary on Sunday and during the week. Give me a call and I'll be glad to come by and look at your boat.
Chesley Sugg 919 616 3702 csugg@mindspring.com
I'm good and have what I need thanks!
On Aug 22, 2015, at 11:18 AM, Conbert Benneck <chbenneck@gmail.com> wrote:
On 8/21/2015 10:09 PM, Jeff D wrote:
Sorry, Jeff,
I can't send you a picture since I don't own a M15 anymore.
Poseidon visited me some years ago, popped open a can of Fosters beer and handed it to me; opened one for himself, and then he began by asking me how long I thought I could still go sailing. I wasn't the youngest anymore, and neither was my First Mate. He had made a good point.
So, I thanked him for his concern. Poseidon and I finished our cans of beer. He got back on his chariot pulled by seahorses and guided by mermaids, and disappeared into the lake.
Shortly thereafter I sold our M15.
My input is solely from memory, after sailing such a wonderful little ship.
Connie
ex M15 #400 LEPPO ex Northeast 38 RHE ex Tripp-Lentsch 29 FUN TOO
oh thanks, send me your number please, from the other email I think its just a slug but would be good to know for sure,,, Much appreciated, Jeffrey
On Fri, Aug 21, 2015 at 5:05 PM, Chesley Sugg <csugg@mindspring.com> wrote:
On Aug 21, 2015, at 4:47 PM, capedory123@gmail.com wrote:
can either of you snap a pic of the detail where the mast meets the boom? I can make it work with a sail stop in the mast but I think I'm missing some hardware there.? I bought an M15 from a very old gentleman and I think something is missing. I'm going through and replacing all old fittings... he was ill and some things were missing and I'm ok with that and knew that but just wondering what exactly the connection at that point is... thanks Jeffrey Jeffery,
I'll be in Cary on Sunday and during the week. Give me a call and I'll be glad to come by and look at your boat.
Chesley Sugg 919 616 3702 csugg@mindspring.com
On 8/21/2015 3:47 PM, capedory123@gmail.com wrote: sail Jeffery, The end of the boom should have a round section that fits into the slot on the aft side of the mast. This slot is also where the sail slugs go. You keep the boom from falling out of the entrance slot with a sail slug. A better solution is to wrap some 1/4" diameter bungee cord around the mast twice to keep the boom in place. The bungee cord stays in place; the sail stop screw loves to loosen up and then fall out of the sail slot. It hits the deck, bounces once yelling "Whee!", and dives overboard to go swimming. Good luck trying to find it again. At the bottom of the boom you should have a boom down haul line so that once the mainsail is raised, you can adjust luff tension by tightening or loosening the boom down haul. It is fastened to the cleat at the bottom of the mast. Connie
can either of you snap a pic of the detail where the mast meets the boom? I can make it work with a sail stop in the mast but I think I'm missing some hardware there.? I bought an M15 from a very old gentleman and I think something is missing. I'm going through and replacing all old fittings... he was ill and some things were missing and I'm ok with that and knew that but just wondering what exactly the connection at that point is... thanks Jeffrey
On Aug 21, 2015, at 2:42 PM, Chesley Sugg <csugg@mindspring.com> wrote:
On Aug 21, 2015, at 8:47 AM, Michael Murphy wrote:
I noticed that nearby Jordan Lake had several launch ramps, but that the marina seemed full of power boats. Might be an interesting place in the of season. Mike M-15
On Wed, Aug 19, 2015 at 6:36 PM, Jeff D <capedory123@gmail.com> wrote:
thanks, Im in Chapel Hill and when I get my act together and give my (new-87-M15) boat the once over perhaps we can meet up... Jeffrey
I think I'm taking my M-15 back to Cary from New Bern this weekend. I plan to sail on Lake Jordan. There are a couple of ramps that are good for sailboats. Most south of the 64 bridge. Let me know when either of you are going sailing on Jordan.
Chesley Sugg M-15, "Mouse"
got it, thanks On Fri, Aug 21, 2015 at 5:08 PM, Conbert Benneck <chbenneck@gmail.com> wrote:
On 8/21/2015 3:47 PM, capedory123@gmail.com wrote: sail Jeffery,
The end of the boom should have a round section that fits into the slot on the aft side of the mast. This slot is also where the sail slugs go.
You keep the boom from falling out of the entrance slot with a sail slug. A better solution is to wrap some 1/4" diameter bungee cord around the mast twice to keep the boom in place.
The bungee cord stays in place; the sail stop screw loves to loosen up and then fall out of the sail slot. It hits the deck, bounces once yelling "Whee!", and dives overboard to go swimming. Good luck trying to find it again.
At the bottom of the boom you should have a boom down haul line so that once the mainsail is raised, you can adjust luff tension by tightening or loosening the boom down haul. It is fastened to the cleat at the bottom of the mast.
Connie
can either of you snap a pic of the detail where the mast meets the boom? I can make it work with a sail stop in the mast but I think I'm missing some hardware there.? I bought an M15 from a very old gentleman and I think something is missing. I'm going through and replacing all old fittings... he was ill and some things were missing and I'm ok with that and knew that but just wondering what exactly the connection at that point is... thanks Jeffrey
On Aug 21, 2015, at 2:42 PM, Chesley Sugg <csugg@mindspring.com> wrote:
On Aug 21, 2015, at 8:47 AM, Michael Murphy wrote:
I noticed that nearby Jordan Lake had several launch ramps, but that the marina seemed full of power boats. Might be an interesting place in the of season. Mike M-15
On Wed, Aug 19, 2015 at 6:36 PM, Jeff D <capedory123@gmail.com> wrote:
thanks, Im in Chapel Hill and when I get my act together and give my (new-87-M15) boat the once over perhaps we can meet up... Jeffrey
I think I'm taking my M-15 back to Cary from New Bern this weekend. I plan to sail on Lake Jordan. There are a couple of ramps that are good for sailboats. Most south of the 64 bridge. Let me know when either of you are going sailing on Jordan.
Chesley Sugg M-15, "Mouse"
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