Bent Mast :((

[Tinkersailor]

Last fall a big wind came up and picked my SC17 up and dumped her on her side (she moved about 10 feet up the beach). The first part of the boat to reconnect with the beach was the mast. Now the mast is bent but fortunately it is a smooth bend.

I have straightened out a H16 mast before (lots of bouncing) with reasonable results. Is there a better way? I have been told to hold it between horses and load it with weight to bend it the other way but can’t remember the %bend right now.

I was going to add a set of diamonds if successful jut to keep it in column.

Any advice?

Leigh

[Matt Haberman]

Two saw horses and some patience is what it takes. Just be careful that you don't go too far.