Upper Shroud Extenders?

[Bob Pingel]

I get the concept, but don't see it...

The upper ends of the extenders are a foot or so above deck -- at the level of the step. When lowering the mast what do they attach to?

You mention bridles -- are the bridles on the mast or on the ends of the uppers (at the top end of the extender).

Bob

P.S. Boy, a drawing would be great here...