Pulling in the sides of the tramp frame is the recommended method. Compress them about 1-2" then lace per the above instructions. You won't hurt the...

I'd definitely keep the cradles. Make sure they have carpet on them to protect your hulls, and you'll love how they stick in place while you're rolli...

If your mast is leaking you'll likely never right it. I'm not sure how tall the P19 mast is, but I'd guess it's close to 30'. Water weighs 8.3 lbs /...

Have any of y'all managed to pitchpole your 5.7? I've been 3 up (Over 500 lbs total) in 20kts of wind and buried both hulls to the point that the cro...

That guy's balls are so big that he's going to have to be on the trap the entire way, 'cause there ain't no room on the tramp!

As others have said, sheet in the main, then rig your jib. You have the same setup as mine, and I use small line with no problems. Looking at your f...

Damon, Do you have a link to the live-timing maps/graphics like they had last year? I really enjoyed being able to watch the progress in real time la...

I use an iPhone in a Lifeproof case. It's waterproof (supposedly), but I stick it inside of a waterproof Pelican case that is attached to the boat vi...

Allen, that post was from nearly a year ago. It's looooong gone.

I just replaced the bungees on my 5.7. One departure that I noted on my boat, not my idea but I stayed with it, was to use a 1" hose clamp instead of...

Cheap way is to mount a metal strip to your forestay adjuster at the bridles. Hang the camera below it with a fitting that allows the camera to "swin...

I wish I was in Texas, & could put it together & launch! We put things away a bit to early, last sail was Nov 8th, we could have been sailing this wee...

Dramatic difference!! Great work, Ed!

I mounted mine on my forestay adjuster, hanging downward and facing rearward. It always seemed to work well. Here's a link to some vid from last yea...

It's probably a good idea to just go ahead and replace the tramp if the stitching is completely rotted out. I got a new one from SloSail for my 5.7 t...

Niels, Good choice (not that I'm biased) 🙂 Other things to look for on the 5.0 / 5.7 is the integrity of the skegs, as if the owner isn't careful th...

Don't be afraid to bury your leeward hull when you're driving it hard. I routinely bury my leeward bow until only about 1" is above the water. When ...

Yes and yes

I'm a member of the "foot on the traveler cleat" group too. I had my new tramp made with the footsteps moved inboard as far as possible (right next t...

+1 for Slo from me as well. I ordered a mesh tramp for my 5.7. I added a zipper pouch and had them move the straps inboard as far as possible agains...

That's probably one of the worst places to have delam. The greatest forces on the hull are right in that area. I'd highly recommend fixing it before...

Terry, Contrary to my experience w/ other boats, the Getaway retains the pin while sailing. Sorry I steered you wrong on the other forum!! Your que...

Looking good! Have to admit though, it's the first time I've ever seen a surgeon put a Nacra in traction....

The GT300 is starting this morning after the rain delay. If you're interested in following the race, live tracking is available at: br /> The tracks...

You probably already know this from your Laser experience, but ensuring that the boat is pointed DIRECTLY into the wind so that the main flows straigh...

OH, no white caps. ?? not sure that would happen at 15kts. 70's boat, perhaps heavier than 80's models. White caps form at approximately 12kts of win...

Cool video, but the wind is honking. If you're looking for a fast, exciting ride, you'd probably be better off looking at a different boat than the W...

Good luck on your journey!! Update us as you can.