[quote=Edchris177]The pin is only there to keep the mast captive to the ball while raising/lowering the mast. Otherwise it is easy to have the mast jump off, as was the situation with the older boats...they didn’t use the captive system.
Your rig tension keeps the mast in place when you capsize.
I often use a screwdriver, or even a bolt, but be aware most screwdrivers are long enough to extend several inches out the other side, & can tear the tramp when lowering the mast.
There is nothing to be gained leaving it in...unless you forget to install it when dropping the stick.
With it in, if you do experience a shroud failure, you will break the mast base, & most likely bend the DS. If it’s out, the mast will pop off the ball.<!-- editby --><em>Edited by Edchris177 on Jun 25, 2021 - 10:35 PM.</em><!-- end editby --> [/quote]
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