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panhead1948
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Initially Posted - 08/25/2013 :  14:05:21  Show Profile
I'm thinking of adding a block on the front of the mast below the masthead for a topping lift for my whisker pole. Any thoughts?
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Dave5041
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Response Posted - 08/25/2013 :  18:38:49  Show Profile
I've been tossing that around for a couple of years. I don't have a spinnaker and first thought of the forward pin on the masthead, but having it inside the the forestay would be better.
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Derek Crawford
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Response Posted - 08/25/2013 :  20:17:42  Show Profile
I've raced for years using a whisker pole extensively, and have never felt the need for a topping lift. If, when installing the ring attachment of the pole at the mast you make sure that its position is such that the pole deploys horizontally - you are all set!
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Dave5041
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Response Posted - 08/25/2013 :  20:37:32  Show Profile
My thoughts were more around lumpy seas and light air to get the weight off the genoa. I guess I should just buy some variety of cruising chute.
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Steve Milby
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Response Posted - 08/26/2013 :  05:05:11  Show Profile
I agree with Derek that you don't need a topping lift for a whisker pole on a C25. It is helpful for a big, heavy pole on a big boat.
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Davy J
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Response Posted - 08/26/2013 :  05:54:25  Show Profile
I haven't added a topping lift, but since I have a CDI furler, I am able to use the spare halyard as a topping lift. I find it helpful. In particular, if you have a need to roll up the headsail, the topping lift will hold the pole out and you can remain in the cockpit.
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Prospector
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Response Posted - 08/26/2013 :  10:32:31  Show Profile  Visit Prospector's Homepage
We have a spare halyard that is used as our whisker pole topping lift. In very light winds with the 155% decksweeper it can make a difference, depending on your foredeck's abilities.

Things worth remembering...

1. The jib halyard may want to wrap itself around the topping lift, so always look up before leaving the slip.
2. The spare halyard will want to wrap around your pole whenever you twist it to extend/shorten the pole.
3. An extra halyard on the foredeck can get around an ankle or whatever and lead to trouble.
4. You will take extra time to both rig and unrig the halyard from the genoa, so start your setup/takedown early.

I have been pleased with the spare halyard enough to continue to use it. It also comes in handy for rigging a hammock.
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Prospector
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Response Posted - 08/26/2013 :  10:33:33  Show Profile  Visit Prospector's Homepage
We have a spare halyard that is used as our whisker pole topping lift. In very light winds with the 155% decksweeper it can make a difference, depending on your foredeck's abilities.

Things worth remembering...

1. The jib halyard may want to wrap itself around the topping lift, so always look up before leaving the slip.
2. The spare halyard will want to wrap around your pole whenever you twist it to extend/shorten the pole.
3. An extra halyard on the foredeck can get around an ankle or whatever and lead to trouble.
4. You will take extra time to both rig and unrig the halyard from the genoa, so start your setup/takedown early.

I have been pleased with the spare halyard enough to continue to use it. It also comes in handy for rigging a hammock.
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panhead1948
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Response Posted - 08/26/2013 :  13:09:53  Show Profile
I put a masthead crane on the boat this year in case I needed it. The first time I rolled up the 135 the spinnaker halyard got wrapped up in the furler. I read some info on the web and they suggested using a topping lift. I thought if I put a block on the front of the mast just down the the top it wouldn't get wrapped in the furler. I could tie it off at the whisker pole ring.
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