I have an I bolt on the front of the mast support that I run the rope through and back to the tramp.

I tie one end to the forestay, route the rope through the eyebolt and then to the tramp, tighten it up a little and tie off to the cleat. I then raise the mast into place, undo the rope from the cleat, pull it tight, and then recleat it off so the rope is holding the mast up in place. I then go forward and attach the forestay to the bridle, loosen the rope, and then untie it. I then can raise the sails and go sailing.

The Skier.
1973 H16