I use a block and tackle system, hauled up by the main halyard. I can haul myself up from that in a bosun’s seat. The lower block has a jam cleat so I am able to lock myself in and free my hands. Doing this alone is not the best idea, much better (safer) to have someone below on a winch, rather than me pulling the line. Also, having a second halyard as a safety is probably an even safer way of doing this. I’ve done it solo for experience, you never know when you might have to do it alone.
Steve Roberts C&C 36 CB Palm Coast, FL former C&C 27 owner > On Mar 16, 2017, at 11:01 AM, Ryan Doyle via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > wrote: > > Hi All, > > I need to replace the radar dome on my mizzenmast this weekend. It's about > 22' up. I'm in solid shape and can climb without a problem. However, I have > never climbed a mast before, and I have to do this work alone. I'm curious > if anyone here has suggestions for doing this safely. Is it possible, or > should I call in a professional? > > I'll be down on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake, so I'm sure I could find > someone, but I'd rather learn to do this myself and I'd rather spend $$ on > mast climbing equipment than on a pro. I'm sure this won't be the last time > I have to do this. > > Any advice is appreciated. > > Thanks so much. > > Ryan > Juniper - 1983 Pearson 424 Ketch > (Former 1976 C&C 30) > > > > > Sent from my iPhone > _______________________________________________ > > This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish > to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: > https://www.paypal.me/stumurray > > All Contributions are greatly appreciated! _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All Contributions are greatly appreciated!
