BEST place for Unstepping our mast for the Erie Canal [E279]
2. februar 2024 · 14 min · 2K visninger · Erie Canal, New York
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Alex and Cory prepare their boat for the Erie Canal transit by unstepping the mast to meet the October 11th canal closure deadline.1:08 The process involves removing the boom and securing all rigging pins to prevent loss during the transition to a powerboat configuration.5:14 During the unstepping, the crew manages approximately 800 pounds of pressure on the mast base, using a wedge to free the mast from its step.5:40 Following the demasting, the crew shifts focus to electrical and solar upgrades.10:41 Alex works with a friend named Dave to replace a temporary wooden solar panel mount with a permanent, hinged rail system designed for better shading and long-term functionality.10:56 The project aims to improve the current solar setup while transitioning the vessel for inland waterway navigation.11:00
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