 Mast
StepHow many yachtsmen have struggled to reach the gooseneck, the highest
reef point or the top of the sail cover by attempting to balance on a halyard, winch
or something even smaller? Well now there's a quick and simple solution for this
risky and dangerous activity. Now available are the new "lightweight, rattle free,
aesthetic, strong and foldable" mast steps. These steps are easily unobtrusively
fitted to the mast providing safe and secure footholds while climbing or working
the mast.
The "Mast Step" is manufactured from a special combination of "Nylon/Glass fiber"
which together with its design gives the step enormous strength. With a 3% additive,
it makes the mast step UV resistant and prevents material degradation.
The steps weighs only 5.8 oz (165grams) each (weight is always a consideration
for products up a mast), and when folded does not snag ropes or sails due to the
'snag-free' design. At anchor or on a mooring the steps do not rattle in the wind
and there is a choice of colors to match the mast - white, black and grey. The steps
are placed on opposite sides of the mast with a recommended spacing of 14 to 15
inches (375mm) and two opposite each other 4 feet (1200mm) down from the top of
the mast for stable and safe working on sheaves, halyards and masthead instruments.
Due to its construction and the materials used, it is easy to adjust the step to
fit the radius of the mast. Simply tape a sheet of sand paper at the position where
the step is to be fitted, rub the saddle of the step up and down until the step
snugly fit's the mast curvature. When using the steps to climb the mast, one simply
unfolds the steps in front as one ascends and folds them behind him as you descend
the mast. The steps also provide a secure foothold but it is always strongly recommended
to use a harness with a safety line attached.There are many benefits of using
the new reinforced "Nylon/Glass Fiber" Mast Step:
- Lightweight
- Corrosion free
- No rattling
- No electrolysis as with stainless steel fitted to aluminum
- Available in three colors to match the color of the mast
MAST Step Fitting ProceduresLimited Warranty:
In the event manufacturing defects are detected with in six months of purchase,
the mast step will be replaced free of charge. Liability is limited to the reimbursement
cost of the mast step. All other warranties are expressly disclaimed especially
the fixing of the mast step to the mast. It is recommended that a suitable professional
fits the mast steps. The Mast Step is suitable for one person only to a max. load
of 310 lbs (140kg).
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