[patg]

I own a 20'' trailersailer, a ''77 RK1. . . second season we owned the boat my wife and I experienced the same problem. . . an extendable pole, boat hook, duct tape and patience did the trick. . . as far as being hesitant to lower/step the mast, this is an skill to have owning a boat of this size. . . we can do things the big guys can''t. . .