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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

28-08-2013, 15:59

Replies: 42

Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

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Posted By Pauls

Re: Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

Hi Kef,

Thanks for the details.

A point on design logic - the leading aft of the shrouds does not improve their staying angle on transverse loads. It does improve their ability to handle...

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

27-08-2013, 10:42

Replies: 42

Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

Views: 20,223

Posted By Pauls

Re: Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

That is a pretty boat. Truly handsome.

The original mast section should be OK with your approach of using the sail track for the gaff. I notice your plan shows no spreaders. Why not? The...

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

22-08-2013, 17:03

Replies: 42

Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

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Posted By Pauls

Re: Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

I like your idea. I think that gaff rig, with the application of modern materials, has a lot to offer. Looking forward to seeing your drawings.

Regards, Paul

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

06-05-2013, 11:37

Replies: 42

Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

Views: 20,223

Posted By Pauls

Re: Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

Hi David,

Cool.

One thing to keep in mind is that because gaff can't have spreaders you end up with a longer length of unsupported mast. That means you need a stiffer, ie stronger mast...

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

06-05-2013, 10:03

Replies: 42

Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

Views: 20,223

Posted By Pauls

Re: Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

Hi David,

A gaff rig will give you a lower center of effort, allowing you to carry more sail with the same amount of righting moment. The mast will be shorter than marconi. And as you mention,...

Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit

31-05-2012, 18:13

Replies: 42

Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

Views: 20,223

Posted By Pauls

Re: Converting Marconi to Gaff Rig

Hi Ben,

As I imagine you know by now, when you change the rig you need to work out the design of the new one to balance on the hull. There are a number of yacht design books that tell how to do...

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