I built a CS17 a few years ago. I am now comfortable sailing it and want to add the staysail for light wind days. I have the sail but I am not sure how to rig it. Can someone provide some help, please?
Joe
thanks for the discussion and the correction in terms. although i looked up bollard again and it was originally used on ships as well as on shore - Vetus still calls it a bollard. nevertheless i will alter my vocab.
i did ultimately decide that putting the clear before the mast didn't make any sense. Since the king plank extends beyond the forward bulkhead, i can through-bolt it there where it is in reach of the cockpit and send lines forward through chocks at the bow.
Joe
I agree in principle but the problem is that you can build the CS17 without a hatch in the bow compartment. Therefore I have no way to through-bolt it. I might be able to put an inspection port in the forward bulkhead, but even then i am not sure I can reach around the mast tube.
joe
I built the CS17 without a hatch in the bow. I am planning to keep the boat at a dock and need a bollard or cleat on the bow. Presumably i should have through bolted before i put on the deck, but since i didnt i was wondering if anyone has a suggestion. I can use the bow ring but it is a little awkward to get at.
Joe
thanks - I agree that the SS is too expensive. I kind of like the brass - will it tarnish or be a problem to maintain. The advantage of the metal strip is that it will take more wear and tear than the wood and will be a bit less work. The boat will be moored at the dock and not trailered.
joe
I am close to completing my CS17 and I want to add rub rails. Stainless steel is always a good choice but the color doesnt seem to compliment the boat well. I was thinking about brass half-round vs wood. So my questions are does brass half round stand up well without corroding? Do people think the SS is the best approach? and finally is there a good supplier for wooden mouldings or should i make these myself.
Joe
Does anyone have strong feelings about the best topside paint for the CS17? I have been looking at Perfection, Brightsides, Epiphanes monourethane, and System 3. All have pros and cons.
Joe