Stepping the Mast Single Handed
1. Ensure that the mast step area is free from any blocks or rope, and that
all the halyards have been untied.
2. Ensure that the tack line for the gennaker pole stays on the starboard
side of the mast.
3. Stand the mast upright, wedging the base of it against something to
stop the mast sliding as you lift it.
4. Carry the upright mast to the side of the boat.
5. Pick up the mast, lift it over the gunwhale of the boat, and lower it onto
the mast step (see picture 3.5). Take great care not to hit the plastic of
the mast well with the mast foot.
6. Rock the mast forward into the mast gate. Now that the mast is in the
mast gate, it is prevented from falling side to side and forwards. All you
have to do is stop it falling back.
7. Untangle the forestay and pull it forwards to the tack bar. Tie the
forestay onto the small eye on the port side (see picture 3.6).
8. Attach the shrouds to the middle of the shroud adjustor plate with the
clevis pin and split ring provided. Wrap PVC electrician’s tape around
the split rings for security, and to avoid snagging. The fourth hole down
on the shroud adjustor plate is a good place to start.
WARNING
The Vision must not be sailed with tension on the forestay. Rig tension must be
taken on the jib before the hoisting the main sail as the forestay is only designed
to support the mast when the boat is in the dinghy park.
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