Shane, I need to make this improvement to #259 (currently, She Who Must Not be Named)(to be named soon, when we come to terms). I understand the parts to use...
Happy New Year Joe, The keel trunk is the primary pick point. I have a primary lift line with loop - about 3' long so the loop is above the cabin top winch...
The newer boats have a Dwyer section. Check out the Dwyer website for details on available sections. If the base and spreaders are in tact, they can be put...
We launched # 127 and had a problem with the boat not coming off the trailer, THe bow overhang wound up sitting on top of the bow support "V", We lifted it off...
I was out tinkering on the boats today and measured the section on #246. It is 2.5" X 3.75". The closest Dwyer section is the DM 375. The DM 6 is the same as...
I have 127 and the stickers on the mast seem like the Hobie stickers on Cats even though boat was made by vagabond, at least according to the hull id. I even...
Mark, Your daughter should know that she got pretty lucky in the "cool dad" lottery! What a fantastic present. The boat looks awesome! I had the same problem...
Hi, I've had this problem since the first time I loaded my brand new Holder on the trailer in 1983! It has a lot to do with the launch ramp angle and how far...
WOW, you've had your Holder since NEW. So you have a bow roller under the boat hull near the bow? I would think you would leave it touching the under side of...
Yup, same Holder 20 - economics have and never will be such that I get the "foot a year" boat disease. Over the years I have got those trailer bunks so lubed...
The following sails are still available and looking for good homes: North .65 std class spin. Full size, designed for med/hev breeze $500 Very fast sail for...
Speaking of trailer upgrades, the best thing i did to ours was add a 2x8 pres tx platform with carpet halfway between the bunks and the tower of the trailer -...
Good morning I have noticed on some boat a modified rear stay (flicker?), but never any mention as to its function. My stainless cable has frayed and need...
I had to modify my trailer due to rust issues (means cutting away bad and welding in new metal), but I did add a tongue extension (probably more work my way)...
... to the backstay mastead crane? ... never any mention as to its function. My stainless cable has frayed and need replacing. Have wondered what difference...
Scott, The 'flicker' keeps the leech of the Mainsail from hanging up on the backstay in light to medium air. I would recommend replacing the backstay with a...
Chris Thanks for the info. The 'when to apply' is also good to know. I have some assembled pictures of the flicker, but material and dimension was missing....
Scott, I'll try to get you a photo of my latest flicker with parts breakdown. The one shown looks too short. Glad you're out having fun. -Chris ... From: Scott...
Hi Chris, I'd be interested in those parts also, I want to add a flicker, but didn't know exactly what would work. Glad to know about the backstay tension...
Mark, You need to run the uppers at 30 and the 23' 8" headstay to keep the headstay tight as the wind builds. When going upwind in 12-15 apparent I like to...
I am looking for an H20, fixer uppers welcome. Very handy with repair and upgrading. Will travel, I am located in Morro Bay/California's central coast. I am...
Zieman Trailers are the trailer of choice for Holder 20's. They have made the bulk of the trailers for the Holders. How are you using your Holders? racing,...
Might be more money than what you are looking for, but.... http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/boa/546797435.html Scott john_duthie2000 <pacificjrny@...>...
Scott, Due to the long distance trailering I plan to do I'm thinking of buying a new trailer for one of my boats so would be interested in selling my Zieman...
I wanted to let everyone know that the Holder 20 Class Association's Bulletin Board is back up on the class website. It is new and improved, and we look...
