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broke boom linkage to mast

PostPosted: Wed Aug 17, 2011 10:30 pm
by dsisto
Not a good start; mast and boom went down.
The cylindrical piece front of the boom that slides into the mast twisted and
broke, falling into the water. I couldn't locate one at neighborhood sail shops. Can anyone recommend how I can purchase this piece. Sounds simple but w/out it, I can't mount the boom again.
thanks for pointing the beginner in right direction ..

PostPosted: Wed Aug 17, 2011 11:39 pm
by algonquin
Bummer !!

Welcome and sorry to hear about your mishap. Don’t feel alone though as most of us have had a disaster or two ourselves when it comes to sailing.

Sounds like your “Goose neck” was damaged. Check out the website below. Give them a call and ask for Rudy. He can help you out. Brad

http://www.drmarine.com/products.asp?cat=123

PostPosted: Thu Aug 18, 2011 9:37 am
by Bob Damon
the gooseneck slide is the same one used on a Hobie 16 if you are somewhere where a dealer stocks those parts, otherwise D&R is your best bet. I would order 2 to have a back up. Good luck.