Introduction.
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<br>carbon masts have the advantage that they reduce :
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<br>- weight aloft which is important in overal sailing characteristics
<br>- overall boat weight
<br>- is stiffer (don't want the benefit of that is)
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<br>Aluminium advantages are :
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<br>- Low cost
<br>- is used on all grandfathered F16 HT boats
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<br>More discussion is found on the regular OLD CATSAILORS FORUM. As yet the material of the mast is unspecified in the draft rules.
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<br>Several have given their opinion but the question (poll) is put to you again.
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<br>The question
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<br>Do you want to allow Carbon masts or ban them ?
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<br>Answer with yes or no in the subject line, please.
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<br>The poll will close on monday 30 july 2001.
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<br>Wouter
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<br>Wouter
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