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Post by Barr Avel on Jul 30, 2008 9:25:56 GMT 1
Is it at all feasible (& practical) to launch a trailer-sailer single-handed? If so how would you go about it?
(assuming easy rigging devices etc...)
Marc.
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Post by NigeL on Jul 30, 2008 10:26:17 GMT 1
Is it at all feasible (& practical) to launch a trailer-sailer single-handed? If so how would you go about it? (assuming easy rigging devices etc...) Marc. Yep - used to do my Alacrity when no help available and thats not a purpose designed Trailer Sailer. I used to use a long rope from car (Capri 2.8i) to trailer hitch, rope either side to cockpit winches laid out well angled away from car etc. like a deep V. Bow line laid clear and alongside car. Let boat down on the rope in ONE go as then it rolls straight, side ropes should stay reasonably clear of wheels etc. Once she floats it use side ropes / bowline to get her clear of trailer. car then pulls trailer up as clear of water as possible subject to rope length of course. (If you plan to use the slip again regularly - it's worth marking the rope so you know how far down slip etc. next time / set up trailer to recover boat. The only problem I had was mast, but being in a strong tabernacle - I used to ask anyone around if they could just steady it while I pivoted it up - even couple of kids one time ! My ex used to help at times, and just us two did it ... |
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Post by searush on Jul 30, 2008 20:58:12 GMT 1
Pal of mine had a Leisure 20 and used to tow to holiday destination & crane the boat in & out. Used to book first, to minimise problems/ delays, but said it meant that the trailer never went in the water so the bearings lasted for ever. Also, you could step the mast on the trailer if the crane has a decent strop length.
Just another solution to a perennial problem! Plus some boat yards will lend a bit of a hand if you are paying for the slipway - although they may charge extra for it.
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