David,
Do you have the standard main or IMF?  It does make a difference.  As noted, the standard main can be lowered by hand if need be.  I've used the boat trailer wince attached to a halyard as an assist.  The IMF most certainly requires a mast crane assist.  Have any photos or you set up?  Photos always help. - rob

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From: Rhodes22-list <rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org> On Behalf Of David Talbot
Sent: Friday, August 24, 2018 10:49 PM
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Thanks very helpful all
Appreciate the time and feedback

On Fri, Aug 24, 2018 at 10:39 PM, <mweisner at ebsmed.com> wrote:

> David,
>
> Two persons can easily raise or lower the original non-IMF from the bow.
> There is no need for a mast crane.  It is really not that heavy and 
> the second person is there for safety and when you need to change your 
> grip at about 30 degrees from the horizontal.  The mast and genoa 
> combo are easily supported by the bow pulpit.
>
> If you have the IMF mast, the weight is considerably greater.  The IMF 
> rig is best raised or lowered from a mast crutch located in the stern.  
> The crutch helps to start raising or finish lowering at a point that 
> is well above the horizontal (about 30 degrees).  The crutch reduces 
> the effort required by the mast crane to start raising or finish 
> lowering the mast assembly.  If the mast was perfectly horizontal it 
> would be nearly impossible to use the crane.  Using a crane system 
> requires a single individual, although a second is recommended for 
> safety and in case lines or shrouds get caught during the process.
>
> I have raised and lowered the IMF rig without the benefit of a crane 
> system with four strong guys and two six packs of beer.  
> Unfortunately, even increasing the beer ratio would not enable two 
> persons to safely lower an IMF rig without a crane.
>
> Mike
> s/v Wind Lass ('91)
> Nissequogue River, NY
>
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> Any suggestions out there for a 2-person lowering?
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