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[worldcruising] Re: Lee Cloths


Subject: [worldcruising] Re: Lee Cloths
From: Ryan H Neve (ryan.neve@XXX.XXX)
Date: Mon Dec 11 2000 - 15:27:29 EST


I've got a trapezoidal piece of cloth with two lines at the corners that go to
eyes on the cabin top. Seems to work well. A longer piece would provide more
support, but a shorter piece allows easier egress.

-Ryan Neve
"Whale II" Creekmore 40
Coconut Grove, Florida

> Date: Mon, 11 Dec 2000 16:32:18 +0800
> From: Andrew Herwig <andrewh@XXX.XXX>
> Subject: Lee Cloths
>
> Some time ago I posted a message regarding Lee Cloths. I did receive one
> response but due to time constraints did not go ahead with the installation.
> I now have time to install these and are seeking some more comments from
> experienced cruisers as to what is the best material,shape, size etc and how
> best to attach to the bulkheads, headliner etc. The options I have thought
> of are:
> 1. A triangular piece of material fixed to the bunk and supported with a
> rope to the deckhead.
> 2. A rectangular piece of material fixed to the bunkbase and supported with
> a rod attached to bulkheads either end. (could be uncomfortable when
> leaning against)
> 3. A solid board (difficult to store and make strong enough)
>
> Any opinions/suggestions gratefully received. Thanks in anticipation of a
> reply
>
> Regards
> Andrew
> "Scarecrow" S&S 39
> Fremantle

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