Triatic Stay

[billknny]

Originally Posted by Bruadar

Part 2 - Sprectra instead of wire? Would it make sense to use Spectra instead of Wire for the new triatic stay? This would eliminate some weight aloft and the need for insulators between the two masts. If Spectra was used for the triatic I would also consider running it down the mizzen mast so that I could adjust tension from the deck of the boat.

V/R,

Dan Pitman

Dan,

I can't answer your questions, but maybe you can answer one of mine...

Years ago I tried to find out WHY my ketch had an insulator in the triatic stay. I got all kinds of crazy answers, related to antennas and other such silliness, but never a comment from anybody who had a good reason that left me comfortable that they really had an answer. Do you know why this is done?

Bill
PS: Yes, Brion, we KNOW they are REALLY spring stays, but if we use that word nobody knows what we are talking about.