Sailing Magic Carpet · video

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During the re-stepping of the mast on the 38-ft sailboat Magic Carpet, a crane operator’s failure to properly align the spar caused it to strike and damage the interior bulkhead.0:04 The crew had previously moved the mast step by 3/8 of an inch to correct a centering issue within the partners.28:02 Because the mast is keel-stepped with only one inch of clearance, precise vertical alignment is critical.10:41 The replacement crane operator, unlike the experienced driver usually employed by the crew, failed to exit the cab to visually inspect the mast angle, leading to poor communication and a lack of control during the descent.20:00 The crew had been preparing the mast with a Tides Marine Strong Track, new standing rigging with Stay-Lock hardware, and a custom spinnaker crane.1:20 Despite the bulkhead damage, the mast was successfully seated and centered.23:18 Relying on a crane operator’s professional experience without verifying their specific process can lead to avoidable structural damage during complex rigging operations.

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