Progress . . .

We are moving toward our adventure at a fast pace. We have finally ordered our name and hailing port for the stern.

Deffee Yacht Mast Ladder

Now we need to purchase our mast ladder. We considered mast steps, but were afraid that they might compromise the integrity of the mast, so we looked for another alternative. We found slight references to mast ladders that use the track for your sail to hoist up the mast. Some had only loops for foot holds, some had offset rungs.  We opted for what looked safest, easiest to climb, and could double as a drogue and a man overboard rescue item–should were ever need it.  We found 2 companies that manufacture them–both in the UK, both about the same price.  We opted for the one that offered the most variety in sail slides and ladder lengths.  We have determined we have flat sail slides, and the mast measures 32ft.  from the boom to the masthead–now we need to measure them for size and place our order.

Used as a Drogue to slow speed.

We’ll let you know how it works when it arrives.