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I have and mark V and thinking about installing a whisker pole. I would use it with my 150 Genoa. What size pole would I need, Length, dia or any think else. Is this a good or bad Idea. What end should be on the pole. Thanks Kenny
Last edited by (2004-10-05 03:54:09)
Hi Kenny,
I think the best type of pole is adjustable in length so it can be used with all the sails. The pole I have is a "Forespar" and about 1 1/4 inch diam.Works fine!
Last edited by (2004-10-05 03:54:35)
I use a whisker pole on my Mark V when sailing downwind or on a broad reach. It is very helpful in increasing the boat speed. Mine is a telescoping pole that extends to 11 feet, and is about 2-1/4" in diameter. This pole is actually from a C&C 25 that I once owned. I find that the 11' extension is the minimum for a 153% genoa; longer may be better. Also, anything less than this in diameter may be too weak for a Mark V if the wind happens to pipe up. Sometimes in heavy air I use my spinnaker pole as a whisker pole.
I use a forespar on my MK V as well - works fine, though the jaws are a bit stiff.
If you are racing with it you are restricted to LP x 0.8. On a MKV with a 153% headsail the LP = 15.40 ft and the max whisker pole length is 12.32 ft. We have our pole marked to the max we are allowd to extend when racing.
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