The best way to run lines to cockpit?

2nd generation · Post by **2nd generation** » Thu Oct 15, 2009 5:24 am

I am planning on running my main and jib halyards to the cockpit on my C22. For those of you that have done this - what is the best set-up? I would like to put on rope clutches. Can both lines be run on the same side or should one be run on each side of the companionway hatch?

NYCSAILOR · Post by **NYCSAILOR** » Thu Oct 15, 2009 5:39 am

good thread...I have seen many pics of this here but I am looking to do this with the minimum of holes in the mast and deck....also, I am thinking of internal halyards.....what is the big benefit of internal halyards? anyone bother doing this?

CaptainScott · Post by **CaptainScott** » Thu Oct 15, 2009 7:19 am

Here is the set of turning blocks on Lady Di.
One on either side of the mast. Lady Jo is the same.

outboard of each the turning blocks is another flat turning block on the deck aiming aft.

I'd take photos but I'm home sick now. I'll see if I have any more in my collections. If so, I'll post.

Remember you'll need to get longer halyards too.

Scott

2nd generation · Post by **2nd generation** » Fri Oct 16, 2009 5:22 am

Scott,

Is there a backing plate inside for the turning blocks?

I am set for the extra lenghth on the halyards. I bought my boat last year and needed to replace the running rigging. The local West Marine store was closing and I was lucky enough to be shopping the day they had 75% off all their lines. When they measured both the main and jib halyards they were at the end of the spool and said do you want the 10' that is left at no additional cost. Not a hard decision! Luckly I left them full length with the idea of running them to the cockpit. That day I bought new main and jib halyards, a seperate halyard for the drifter, seperate sheets for the 110 and 150 and main, 5 30' dock lines, 150' for the anchor and a swim ladder and only spent $180.

tgentry · Post by **tgentry** » Fri Oct 16, 2009 9:09 am

Here is my mast step.

robinsonzak · Post by **robinsonzak** » Fri Oct 16, 2009 9:45 am

http://www.flickr.com/photos/zakrobinso ... 494954386/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/zakrobinso ... 494954386/

Mario G · Post by **Mario G** » Fri Oct 16, 2009 12:38 pm

I have this set-up on both sides cleats and all

you can go to full size to see real well

2nd generation · Post by **2nd generation** » Sat Oct 17, 2009 4:06 pm

Capt Scott- Do your lines rub on the deck between your turning blocks due to the curve of the deck?

Mario G- Do the jam cleats hold the halyards without slipping?

Thanks for all the help!

Mario G · Post by **Mario G** » Sun Oct 18, 2009 4:14 am

Those cleats work great I've never had them slip even when a gust grabed the genoa and had my rails under water (Just Washing the windows dear) and to release I pull back and up.

My set up worked great yesterday when I was solo sailing in 10 to 15 knot winds. With no motor I have to come in to the docks ( Hot) and drop the sails so I can ease up.

my set-up makes it easy for my 1st mate to wench the sails up when she wants to show off her sailing abilities.

CaptainScott · Post by **CaptainScott** » Tue Oct 20, 2009 5:21 am

2nd generation wrote:Capt Scott- Do your lines rub on the deck between your turning blocks due to the curve of the deck?

Thanks for all the help!

Yes. Not bad but yes.

Also I just realized the question about backing plates.
I'll check tonight to see exactly what is under the turning blcoks. If memory serves me there are no plates but I'll confirm.

Both the 22's I have are set up this way. Both were done when I bought them.

Scott