Well...

Next thing on my agenda is to drag the cat to the lake and toss the mast in the water. I meant to ask Performance Cat if the 2001 Nacra 450's have a sealed mast. If they don't, or if mine leaks, I'd probably get a 'baby bob' hobie mast float. I've heard of stuffing the mast full of foam, but that seems like a lot of work.

Any suggestions to do before or during my maiden voyage? I'm still cutting my teeth in sailing in general; a dozen times out in a Force 5 earlier this summer.

In case of capsize, I've got a righting line that's tied to the rod underneath the mast step. Swim bows to wind, throw line over hull, sheet out, lean out until upper hull hits water (not head), climb onboard and sail away, right? Maybe I'll get a righting bag first.

Danno