Mast stepping an Ericson 25 CB video

[gabriel]

I occasionally find people ask about the process of stepping the mast on this boat, so I made a video showing how I do it.

I apologize for the grammatical errors/typos. Was actually filmed beginning of last season!

 

[klb67pgh]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. I like your strap improvement to adjust the boom. I pile my adjustable back stay on the foredeck when raising and it seems to stay out of the way for the most part. I also keep the port side mast cleat clear so I can always cleat off the mainsheet mid-raise if I need to in order to deal with an issue as I raise the mast. People are often amazed at how well and quickly the system works to get the mast up with not a ton of effort, especially with the mast hanging "precariously" over the tow vehicle.

 

[Fjord]

I just acquired an E25 and I’m looking forward to watching and enjoying your content. I have the 1978 E25 full keel.