Joe638 Posted August 29, 2022 Report Share Posted August 29, 2022 Need to replace mine. I use angled mast step and a 4’11” (tuning guide reference) of rake. And if there is a recommended rigger to build it? thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j22forum2 Posted August 29, 2022 Report Share Posted August 29, 2022 A lot of the boats use a two piece backstay with a piece of Spectra between the legs and the stay. That way your rigger can have a little flexibility. The other alternative is to give the rigger the old backstay to use as a guide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyeDyedGary Posted August 30, 2022 Report Share Posted August 30, 2022 Do what j22forum2 said. If that doesn't work for you, tie your tape measure to your Main Halyard, and run it up the mast as far as you can. This will get you within about two(2) inches of the length you need. There are three very good rigging shops in the Clear Lake TX. area. All three are familiar with J22's and do excellent work. Hayes Rigging 281-474-4505 Bahama Rigging 281-636-7302 Stix n' Rig'n 281-334-7849 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe638 Posted August 30, 2022 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2022 Really good idea, running the tape up on he halyard. I should have thought of that. Thx! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cole Posted May 3, 2023 Report Share Posted May 3, 2023 I have the west marine backstay. its 24' 3-3/4" (hole to hole). I wish it were an inch or two shorter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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