Whisker pole for CD25 - size?

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yankeefan
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Whisker pole for CD25 - size?

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I have a 1975 CD25 that is rigged for a whisker pole but it was included with the boat when I bought it. Does anyone know the correct size pole or can recommend a good solution for purchase? I read several posts on the board from '06 but am looking to glean the current expertise on this forum.
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Re: Whisker pole for CD25 - size?

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Try this from Forespar. You can search by manufacturer and then by model. The CD25 is listed. If it's only a whisker pole you need, it appears they recommend the HD 6ft to 12ft with a padeye at the mast (i.e. no T-track). There are also recommendations for spinnaker poles, but that wasn't your question.


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Re: Whisker pole for CD25 - size?

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My whisker pole is 6' and has served me well while single handed sailing.
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Re: Whisker pole for CD25 - size?

Post by yankeefan »

Thanks Gents - It sounds like 6' should work and will consider a 6'-12'; maybe I can luck up and find a used one.
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