[quote=uh]I didn't weigh mine but it sure didn't feel like 6lbs.
The pros I see are:
1) No turtles. Even with the wind driving the mast and sails under the water.
2) The bob keeps the mast higher out of the water, keeping the upper hull from being as far over the balance point. An effect similar to quick release righting shrouds.
3) The elevated mast prevents the sail from holding as much water/weight and allows the wind to get under the sails easier.
The cons:
1) less aerodynamic.
I don't race, so not an issue for me.
2) More righting weight.
Probably offset by the pros of the upper hull, center of weight issue. And I have a large righting bag.
3) Looks silly.
Kinda like the arguments that used to go around about PFDs not being macho.
Personally, I don't see anything aesthetically detracting about mast floats. IMHO, it's a piece of safety equipment with more pros than cons.[/quote]
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