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MISCELLANEOUS TIPS
1. If the top section of your mast is out of synchronization with the bottom section, merely twist it
before you raise it. Check your downhaul to make sure it is tight. If you have already raised
your mast and find the problem, loosen the down haul and move the bottom section while
holding tension on the rolled out sail with the boom. A quick motion is best.
2. The cockpit drain will serve as a good tool to remove a stubborn water ballast drain plug. It will
also open a beer bottle without twist on caps!
You will find your Sea Pearl 21 easy to launch and recover if you will follow these simple steps.
1. Before launching you MUST consider the following:
a. Are there any electric wires near the ramp or beach?
b. Is there a suitable place to beach the boat nearby where rigging might be easier?
c. Will you have to rig at the dock or pier or in a congested area?
d. Will the wind direction let you rig sails on the trailer and if so would that be desirable?
NOTE: The ideal situation is to launch at a beach where you can step the masts and rig sails at your
leisure. On the other hand if you are launching alongside a dock, you may want to rig on the ramp as
opposed to the water. You should at least step the masts first in this case.
2. Remove all tie down lines and the tonneau cover. Install all drain plugs.
3. Free rudder, leeboard/centerboard pendants but leave them cleated in the up position.
4. Lay a bow line and stern line, cleat them off at the ready and lead them forward.
5. Step the masts and lay the booms on deck. Rig sails if you desire and the wind is favorable.
6. Remove the tilt pin from the trailer if the ramp or beach is shallow.
7. Back trailer in until the tires are just touching the water (if planning to tilt the trailer),or the stern
of the boat goes into the water (if not planning to tilt the trailer).
8. Remove winch line at this point and pass the bow line forward through the chock. NOTE: If
launching beside a dock or pier, the stern line should be handed to a bystander or some
provision made to control the stern as she floats.
9. Push up and aft and she should slide easily into the water. If not, check the height of the aft
roller and make sure it is high enough to take most of the weight. Also make sure you haven't
backed TOO FAR into the water, thus preventing the trailer from tilting.
LAUNCHING YOUR SEA PEARL
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