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Wood mast for sail rig
Posted by Darren on Oct 15, 2007
Hi,
I haven't finished my Chesapeake 17 yet, but am quite interested in making the sailing rig to go with it, for two reasons: 1. a bit of speed and fun on lakes 2. stability as a fishing platform, so I can stand up to cast a fly line.
Any comments on the second point welcome, but my main question is:
Would a wooden mast be parctical - apart from looking better: weight of the mast, strength, etc? Has anyone built one? Solid wood, laminated, hollow/bird's mouth?
Interested in opinions or thoughs of anyone who's built it.
Thanks in advance, Darren Melbourne, Australia
Replies:
- Fly fishing... by LeRoy on Oct 15, 2007
- Re: Fly fishing... by Darren on Oct 17, 2007