Agree with all Marek said, especially the cellphone camera.  I work aloft
frequently but with a buddy.

The camera is great.  When we're scoping out a furler or rigging job, I can
take a pic, email it to my buddy on the deck and we can discuss.  Nice.

I have a lineman's canvas tool bucket to take up.  It's great for holding
all your tools, parts, etc.

Dennis C.

On Thu, Mar 16, 2017 at 2:25 PM, Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List <
cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

> Ryan,
>
> +1 for what Patrick said.
>
> One extra note, though – the carabiners you use should be locking type
> (any time you use a carabiner to attach yourself to, it should be locked).
>
> One more – instead of using a Prusik’s knot, use an extra ascender. Three
> would be enough (2 for climbing, one for extra backup – different line).
> The third one can be much smaller and cheaper than the two working ones (it
> is there only to stop you, if the main line you hang from breaks).
>
> Take a few loops made of webbing for attaching yourself securely at the
> mast top or spreaders (actually, anywhere, where you work). It is much
> easier to hang from a properly attached webbing than from the halyard (e.g.
> you will swing much less).
>
> Attach all tools to your harness with  some paracord. Climbing down and up
> for the screwdriver is not that much fan (especially after the second time).
>
> Not critical, but useful – take your cell phone with you. You can take a
> few pictures, but you can also use in in case of emergency.
>
> Don’t use any shackles to attach yourself to the halyard – use knots, and
> only knots that you can trust.
>
> Climbers know how to use ropes for climbing, so follow their advice (not
> the sailors’) (;-)
>
> good luck and stay safe.
>
> Marek
> 1994 C270 “Legato”
> Ottawa, ON
>
>
> *From:* Patrick Davin via CnC-List
> *Sent:* Thursday, March 16, 2017 12:25
> *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com ; ryanpdo...@gmail.com
> *Cc:* Patrick Davin
> *Subject:* Re: Stus-List Climbing the mast solo
>
> Here's how I do it:
> https://svviolethour.com/2015/04/22/how-to-climb-the-mast-solo-part-2/
>
> https://svviolethour.com/2015/02/28/cleaning-the-boat-climbing-the-mast/
> (earlier post with my first attempt; part 2 above has more details)
>
> There are many different ways to do it. One of my goals was doing it
> cheaply, with equipment I mostly already had. If you're willing to spend
> some $$$, ATN mastclimber might be easier.
>
> -Patrick
> 1984 C&C LF38
>
> On Thu, Mar 16, 2017 at 9:00 AM, <cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>
>> From: Ryan Doyle <ryanpdo...@gmail.com>
>> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
>> Cc:
>> Bcc:
>> Date: Thu, 16 Mar 2017 11:01:15 -0400
>> Subject: Stus-List Climbing the mast solo
>> Hi All,
>>
>> I need to replace the radar dome on my mizzenmast this weekend.  It's
>> about 22' up.  I'm in solid shape and can climb without a problem.
>> However, I have never climbed a mast before, and I have to do this work
>> alone.  I'm curious if anyone here has suggestions for doing this safely.
>> Is it possible, or should I call in a professional?
>>
>> I'll be down on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake, so I'm sure I could
>> find someone, but I'd rather learn to do this myself and I'd rather spend $
>> on mast climbing equipment than on a pro.  I'm sure this won't be the last
>> time I have to do this.
>>
>> Any advice is appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks so much.
>>
>> Ryan
>> Juniper - 1983 Pearson 424 Ketch
>> (Former 1976 C&C 30)
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>
>
>
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