Jake good advise on cats you were right about not needing anything special to step the mast. After doing it a few times the hardest part was getting the stays and trap lines straightened out. Last night I made a foam ring about the size of a life ring with a groove around it to wind those on, with a few pieces of Velcro thru it they are way easier to get ready. Small craft advisory today 25 to 40 playing with gel coat and epoxy.