S2 7.9 Meter Class Association

Hello Everyone, I might bite the bullet and join some of the short distance and longer distance reaching parades on Western Lake Erie...ugh...but a least it gets me out on the boat in some semblance of competition. In order to be more competive on our boats in off wind conditions between close reach...

The sailing community recently lost one its all time greats, Bruce Goldsmith, known as "The Bruin" of International Lightning Class fame. http://www.lightningclass.org/membersonly/2007/BruceGoldsmith.htm If this does not link, please go to the International Lighting Class for more informat...

Thanks all! Mast is coming down this weekend!

Hola Amigos!

Any downside to leaving mast up/rigged during the Winter? Stored outdoors in Michigan. Don't mean to appear too lazy....just practical!!

Thanks,

Stephanie

Hi Dave,

Actually, I liked it! It's great you're coming up North for the Class Championship. Hope we have good weather for you. Drive safely and good luck on the water.

Stephanie

Keep our hands off Rooster Tail or Doug Frye????

Hi Doug,

From what I know, this semi circular mast base, that allows the mast to pivot and takes the Frankenstein bolt, is not a stock part. This being said, I think a machine shop is your best bet. I live in Southeast Michigan, and we have LOTS of machine shops!!

Regards,
Stephanie