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Originally Posted by silversailor
The sailmaker says that's OK. That 4-6' is needed to accomodate a sock (which I don't have). I question his statement.
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A sock only requires ~ 6"-12" plus hanging down on the
head a few inches. Sounds all wrong to me. Get a second opinion, then return. Did you specify an allowance for a sock?
It is normal to ease the head off the masthead under certain circumstances, but only 12-18" as a general
rule.