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[quote=texastuma][quote=tarch]Hi rch701

It does not have the diamond wires. I will check the sail that came with it and take some pictures. So far, I have not tried hoisting up as I was thinking of doing it after changing the shrouds and forestay.[/quote]

I agree with rch701 that the mast is a H16, especially if it doesn't have diamond wires.

Short answer, yes, it is fine to sail a boat with a different mast and rigging. I have a modified Prindle 18-2 that is built from 10 different catamaran designs. The mast ball on the beam is standard Nacra and with a (possibly) H16 mast, stepping and unstepping will be a challenge. The Nacra has the "lips" as you have said that will hold the mast on the ball when stepping and unstepping. I don't know the extrusion differences; the idea is to find a Nacra mast base and change them out.

I would say use what you have and enjoy the boat. The smaller mast will still give the boat some spunk when the wind is over 10 knots. Typically, when it's under 10, it's not as exciting. This mast will give you more sailing range for when the wind picks up, the boat will still easily be controllable.[/quote]

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