My '77 Nacra 5.2 has a single trapeze (I guess original). Can I install the double tramp setup on this mast/boat safely? Is anybody double trap'ing on a 5.2?
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Gray Amick
Chapin, SC
'77 NACRA 5.2
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Posted: Feb 03, 2011 - 09:58 PM
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Posted: Feb 04, 2011 - 01:51 AM
I double trapped on mine when the wind warranted it the last two summers. It's an absolute blast, but stresses the boat. I wouldn't pass up any opportunities to do it again except that I got another boat that's more suitable for 2-up, so I'll leave the 5.2 for solo from now on.
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Rob
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Posted: Feb 04, 2011 - 10:55 PM
I installed a double trap on my 1982 without a problem. If your rigging is new and your hulls/chain plates attached to the hulls are in good conditions it should be able to take the load of a couple of light weights (150 lbs or less). Just remember that your boat is 30+ years old so go slow at first until you are sure that nothing is cracking or tearing out of the hulls. Also you don't want to double trap with a pair of 200+ lb people. I don't think any cat is really built for that.
D.
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Dave Bonin
1981 Nacra 5.2 "Lucile"
1986 Nacra 5.7 "Belle"
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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Posted: Feb 05, 2011 - 06:22 PM
That is probably not the best idea,
But it is doable.
If your crew is 150 lbs or less like Wolfman said,
You should be alright.
I just wouldn't go out in winds more then 18+ Kts.
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Tyler holmes
Panama city, FL
Boat whore
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