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Re: symmetrical vs asymmetrical? [Re: Kaos] #118965
10/03/07 02:23 PM 10/03/07 02:23 PM
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So what size would you recommend (anyone?) for a 14' cat w/ 22'6" mast, 16' tang, and 5'3" of bow ahead of front crossbar? Also, is .75 oz the right weight to get for gusty days?
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Re: symmetrical vs asymmetrical? [Re: papayamon2] #118966
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the correct size is a combination of mast tang height and pole length. Tigers for example run the spin bale at 26'8" on a 29'6" mast with a 12' pole. You don't want it at the top of the mast. Block placement will also be critical. I haven't seen a 14 with spin but have seen them with squaretop mains and screechers, F14. Maybe see if you can contact Dan Berger thru the F14 area, he has one.
Re: symmetrical vs asymmetrical? [Re: papayamon2] #118967
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.6 oz is pretty lightweight, I have one that is .75 oz for lighter air, and a 1.5 oz one that is my hi wind chute.

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Re: symmetrical vs asymmetrical? [Re: WindyHillF20] #118968
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the correct size is a combination of mast tang height and pole length. Tigers for example run the spin bale at 26'8" on a 29'6" mast with a 12' pole. You don't want it at the top of the mast. Block placement will also be critical. I haven't seen a 14 with spin but have seen them with squaretop mains and screechers, F14. Maybe see if you can contact Dan Berger thru the F14 area, he has one.


Why not at the top of the mast?

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Re: symmetrical vs asymmetrical? [Re: FasterDamnit] #118969
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As I've heard, to prevent strain on the upper portion of the mast under load, especially when the main is released. Not sure how many masts have been bent or snapped, but the consensus seems to be no more than 1/3 to 1/2 the distance between tang and top of mast.
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