Gaff Conversion

[windchaser360]

Thanks for the input. I already have the books Riggers Apprentice, Hand, Reef and Steer and the Gaff Rig Handbook. I actually just got them to start the research, that's how I ended up on this site.

I actually have two of these boats and parts of a third. One new wooden main mast and an older wooden mizzen, two aluminum masts, booms and sails that replaced the originals on one boat. Three sets of standing rigging. In other words I pretty much have one boat to go sailing on and the other to play with. We are attempting to revitalize our downtown waterfront and these boats are part of the effort to pay homage to our maritime heritage. I was hoping to convert to a more historical rig. Even replacing the winches and using blocks, etc.

I'll proceed with caution, most of the work will be done by myself and interested parties in the area. I'll seek the advise of a NA to get the proper size of spars before I get too deep into this.