by David Payne. I have sailed with this mod since 1994 with no problems to date. Drill out the existing nylon pivot, remove centre plate … [Read more...] about Lift Keel Pivot Pin
Gear Tips
Pushpit Brace
by Jim Dominy. The weight of heavy (eager or tired?) crew leaning on the guard rails puts quite a strain on the simple two-point mounting of the … [Read more...] about Pushpit Brace
Kicking Straps
Some ideas on how to set up a powerful kicker on the Sonata. … [Read more...] about Kicking Straps
Around the mast
by Jack Hardie. Details of some of Pied Piper's gear. … [Read more...] about Around the mast
Leaking Chainplates
As seen on A Sharp Exit and Dark & Stormy. Whatever you use to seal the chainplates, they always seem to leak when the boat is ‘working’ … [Read more...] about Leaking Chainplates