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WK 727
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Initially Posted - 12/24/2023 :  09:09:13  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
I am wanting to build a bowsprit this winter for my C250WK to fly an asymmetrical spinnaker. The easy solution is the simple pole. I would like to add something a little more exciting and look like something that Gerry Douglas at Catalina would have designed to complement the boat. So (1) carbon fiber bowsprit and gelcoat to complement the body lines or (2) stainless steel tubing to tie into the pulpit lines such as the batsystem look with a grey planking to match the rub rail. (3) J105 look with the internal pole modification, minimalistic exterior modification keeping it sleek.

I am wide open to suggestions, any of these ways can be built to meet the structural concerns. FYI, I am not relocating the anchor externally, not part of the design.

Appreciate the input!
Regards, John
Westlawn Institute graduate
Yacht Design and Naval Architecture
04 Catalina 250 WK
Standard rig w/wheel steering
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DavidCrosby
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Response Posted - 12/26/2023 :  09:00:17  Show Profile  Visit DavidCrosby's Homepage  Reply with Quote
I had a couple reactions when first reading this:

If you want it to look like something Gerry Douglas would do, then see the Catalina 275. It is the batsystem you mention. To keep the anchor locker functional, this would require some modification to the locker lid. Run it down the starboard side. My rough thoughts are to cut a straight section into the lid a few inches in from the aft starboard corner. The cut off outer triangle of the lid gets secured to the deck/hull. The lid needs reinforcement and finishing along the cut edge. The sprit runs along/above the cut out area.

Another thought, but a whole lot more complicated is to put a blister along side the hull like the J92s. In my opinion this would require significantly more work and would still require modification of the anchor locker. It would also take up quite a bit of space within the cabin. I am very opposed to losing space within the cabin. I spend most weekends and an annual trip camping on my boat.

I have also included pictures I have of the deck in the mold with the interior liner in place. This will give you an idea of the structure under the deck.









Photo Credits:
The C275 photo is a snapshot from Catalina's website.
The J92s photos is a snapshot found from a Google search.
The two C250 mold pictures were given to me by Catalina Yachts when I submitted a question.
David Crosby "Small World"
'02 C250 WK #614
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zeil
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Response Posted - 12/28/2023 :  17:01:58  Show Profile  Reply with Quote

You may find the following information of adding an inexpensive, very good looking, DIY, bowsprit to a C250 and... without adding to measured docking charges, useful

https://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=31872&SearchTerms=bowsprit
Henk & Johanna
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