Dennis,

The backstay is so close to the helm seat that you can't sit comfortably
when the boat is upright!  If I ever have to replace the backstay I will
consider making it a split stay.  Then the walk thru transom.  Then ....

Joel
35/3
Annapolis


On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 2:15 PM, Dennis Cheuvront <capt...@gmail.com> wrote:

> It would definitely weaken the stern rail both when open and when closed.
> However, when closed it would only move a slight bit.
> A lot would depend on whether your pulpit has a second rail.  Most C&C's
> I've seen only have a single rail.
>
> The easy way to add a gate is to cut the top rail and add a stanchion cap
> with eye on each cut side.  Be sure to install a locking screw tapped into
> the cap.  You could then make a lifeline gate with a toggle on one end and
> pelican hook on the other to stretch between the eyes.  You could slide a
> lifeline cushion on the gate to lean against while driving.  If you were
> concerned about strength, add a stanchion brace on either side if practical.
>
> Dennis C.
> Touche' 35-1 #83
> Mandeville, LA
>
>
>
>
> On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 12:18 PM, Ron Kaye <ronkaye...@gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Has anyone put a hinged gate in the stern rail so that one can clamber up
>> the swim ladder and not have to climb over the rail?
>> I'm thinking this might make the stern rail too weak when the gate is
>> open.
>> Has this been discussed?  Anybody bothered by this?
>>
>> --
>> Ron & Lisa
>> 35-3
>> Mr. Bop
>>
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