As to what do with the LJ lines when the mast comes down. I normally disconnect my LJ's from the boom, and then secure them to the mast with bungee's before I lower the mast. I do the same with the main halyard and the topping lift. This makes de-rig and rig a little bit quicker easier.Bluecrab wrote:I like the idea but have a couple of questions. What do you do with the lines when you take the mast down and trailer? Does the Cradle Cover stay up as in the picture or drop down when not in use and does the it affect sail performance?
Thanks,
Wally
I have also taken them all the way off but since I cover my boat with a tarp for "long term" storage I don't feel they will "degrade" by being left on. If the mast was going to be left exposed for a long time I would take them all the way off and store inside the cabin...but then that further increases de-rig and rig times.
Cheers,
Jim