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Pearson 365 and 367 => Pearson General Non-Mechanical System Maintenance and Repair => Topic started by: Lola on July 09, 2008, 09:31:21 AM

Title: Running Backstays
Post by: Lola on July 09, 2008, 09:31:21 AM
Hello all!
I'm doing some much needed work on the mizzen, with a new full batten sail being made locally by Banks as well as installing running back stays. I'm doing the backstays myself and was wondering if 3:1 would work or is 4:1 the way to go.

Thanks!
Title: Re: Running Backstays
Post by: EdHouston on July 09, 2008, 10:18:33 AM
Come take a look at my boat if you wish she is on clear lake at the seagate condos Nasa Pkwy.

Ed
S/V Moonlight Mile.

Mine are 3:1[attachment=0:6pxay3ow]DSCN0093a1.jpg[/attachment:6pxay3ow]
Title: Re: Running Backstays
Post by: SV THIRD DAY on July 09, 2008, 06:34:22 PM
Good photo Ed...I have the exact same 3:1 set-up on THIRD DAY.
Title: Re: Running Backstays
Post by: Dale Tanski on July 10, 2008, 09:02:00 PM
I checked mine out today, they are 4 to 1,  My check stays that attach at the inner cutter stay on the main are also 4 to 1.  I never felt that I was dragging the rig backwards when I pulled them down hard.  After all, except for the mizzen sheet, the back stays are the only thing holding the mizzen rig from falling forward.  I like the idea of 4 to 1 especially if one flies the mizzen staysail.  I have a J-22 chute that will fit fairly well as a mizzen kite.  Some day this summer we are going to have to try flying that.
Good Sailing...  Dale
Title: Re: Running Backstays
Post by: SV THIRD DAY on July 10, 2008, 10:23:17 PM
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Ah.....some of my favorite moments....flying the Mizzen Staysail!
Title: Re: Running Backstays
Post by: Lola on July 14, 2008, 04:36:53 PM
Thanks Ed,This picture tells it all. I'm moving forward when I get home this week. gh
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