Whisker and Spinnaker Poles

Line Control Whisker Pole Selection

Line Control is a proven concept in telescoping whisker pole design. This unique design is fully patent protected and available only on Forespar Whisker Poles.

Line Control¨ poles are heavy duty two section aluminum spars which can be extended up to 27' by simply un-cleating the line at the inboard end, extending or retracting the pole to the desired length and re-cleating the line. This adjustment process is quick and easy, even with the largest pole, and is executed with the operator positioned safely at the mast.

Line Control¨ Telescoping Whisker Poles are available in five size ranges covering twelve different models offering a variety of end fitting selections. These poles are the ultimate in whisker pole design and will accommodate boats ranging from approximately 22 to 55 feet.


Size Range(Ft)  End to End Length (inches) Tubing Diameters(inches)
                                 Collapsed Max./ Working
8-14                                   95.75" 167.88"                          1 1/2" & 2"
10-18                                121.75" 218.13"                         2" & 2 1/2"
12-22*                               148.50" 265.25"                         2 1/2" & 3"
13-24*                               162.00" 272.00"                         3" & 3 1/2"
15-27*                               182.00" 324.00"                         3 1/2" & 4"

* Carbon Fiber Whisker Poles are also available in these three size ranges.



LINE CONTROL POLES AVAILABLE IN 12 MODELS
Model No. Legend:
Line Control / Length Range (min-max) / End Fittings
LC=Line Control 8-14 = approximate length in feet (min-max)
See End Fitting legend below this chart for description and photo.

Part No. Model No.

End Fittings
Wt
(#)
Inboard Outboard
408100 LC 8-14 EL-UXP EL
easy
latch UXP
ultra
piston 11
401106 LC 10-18 EL-UXP EL
easy
latch UXP
ultra
piston 17
401107 LC 10-18 EL-UTR EL
easy
latch UTR
ultra
trigger 17
402200 LC 12-22 UXP-UTR UXP
ultra
piston UTR
ultra
trigger 27
402201 LC 12-22 UTS-UTR UTS
ultra
socket UTR
ultra
trigger 28
800802 LC 12-22 UTS-UTR
Carbon Fiber UTS
ultra
socket UTR
ultra
trigger 28
403200 LC 13-24UXP-UXP UXP
ultra
piston UXP
ultra
piston 38
403202 LC 13-24 UTS-UTR UTS
ultra
socket UTR
ultra
trigger 39
800800 LC 13-24 UTS-UTR
Carbon Fiber UTS
ultra
socket UTR
ultra
trigger 39
405200 LC 15-27 UTS-UXP UTS
ultra
socket UXP
ultra
piston 58
405201 LC 15-27 UTS-UTR UTS
ultra
socket UTR
ultra
trigger 58

800801 LC 15-27 UTS-UTR
Carbon Fiber UTS
ultra
socket UTR
ultra
trigger 58


End Fitting Legend:
Model: Description:
EL Easy Latch miniEL.jpg (1218 bytes)
TS Socket Style miniTS.jpg (1162 bytes)
UXP Ultra Piston Style miniUXP.jpg (1204 bytes)
UTR Ultra Trigger Style miniUTR.jpg (1167 bytes)
UTS Ultra Socket Style miniUTS.jpg (1132 bytes)

Note: "Ultra" style end fittings are a new design molded in a brutally strong, corrosion and wear resistant, composite material. They weigh approx. 1/2 that of our standard fittings made of hard anodized aluminum castings.

Related Hardware- Mast Attachment and Pole Storage

Below are two tables, one outlining recommend mast fitting options for each model of whisker pole and another table summarizing storage options.

It is strongly suggested that you use the Forespar Mast Fittings, recommended in the first table below, in conjunction with these whisker poles. They have been designed, based on many years of experience, to insure proper fit, maximum reliability and to minimize the possibility of damage to either the pole end fitting or the mast fitting.

MAST FITTINGS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR LC POLES
The Forespar Mast Fittings recommended below are designed for Forespar Whisker Poles to insure optimum fit and maximum reliability.

Part No. Model No. Recommended
Mast Fittings
408100 LC 8-14 EL-UXP PE-3SC
401106 LC 10-18 EL-UXP PE-3SC, RC-125, FC-125
401107 LC 10-18 EL-UTR PE-3SC, RC-125, FC-125
402200 LC 12-22 UXP-UTR RC-125, FC-125
402201 LC 12-22 UTS-UTR T-125, AT-125
403200 LC 13-24 UXP-UXP RC-125, FC-125
403200 LC 13-24 UTS-UTR T-125-S
405200 LC 15-27 UTS-UXP T-125-S
405201 LC 15-27 UTS-UTR T-125-S

Mast Fitting Legend:
Model: Description:
PE-3SC
PE-3 SF Pad Eye (med size)
fixed position - vertical storage: NO
stainless steel, flat or curved base miniPE.jpg (1205 bytes)
RC-125 Ring Style Mast Car
track mounted - vertical storage: NO
investment cast stainless steel ring and body miniRC.jpg (1178 bytes)
FC-125 Heavy Duty Car
track mounted - vertical storage: yes
allows vert & hoz movement, eliminates twisting miniFC.jpg (1262 bytes)
AT-125 Toggle Car (alum. body/stainless toggle)
track mounted - vertical storage: yes
designed for vert, hoz, & twisting movement miniAT.jpg (1195 bytes)
T-125-S Toggle Car (stainless steel)
track mounted - vertical storage: yes
designed for vert, hoz, & twisting movement miniT.jpg (1108 bytes)



STORAGE OPTIONS FOR LINE CONTROL POLES

The Forespar offers a variety of hardware for storing your whisker pole. The summary below provides an over view of storage options.

Part No. Model No. Storage Options
Cabin Deck Rail Mast
408100 LC 8-14 EL-UXP possible yes (1) yes see notes
401106 LC 10-18 EL-UXP yes (1) yes see notes
401107 LC 10-18 EL-UTR yes (1) yes see notes
402200 LC 12-22 UXP-UTR yes (1) yes see notes
402201 LC 12-22 UTS-UTR yes (2) yes see notes
403200 LC 13-24 UXP-UXP yes (1) yes see notes
403200 LC 13-24 UTS-UTR yes (2) yes see notes
405200 LC 15-27 UTS-UXP yes (2) no yes
405201 LC 15-27 UTS-UTR forget it yes (2) no yes

Deck Storage:
Inboard Pole Fitting: Use Deck Chocks:
yes (2) UTS (socket) Use (1) DC-TS and (1) DC-2 or DC-GP-S
yes (1) All Others Use (2) DC-2

Rail Storage:

yes: Stanchion Chocks range in size from 2" to 3 1/2" dia. Match to pole OD at desired rail position. no: 4" dia. OD poles are too large for rails.

Mast Storage Notes:
Mast Attachment Type: Model No's Yes/No
Pad Eye & Ring Style Car PE-3SC, RC-125 No
Heavy Duty & Toggle Cars FC-125, AT-125, T-125 Yes

Maintenance:

Maintaining your whisker pole is simple. Keep it clean by flushing with fresh water after use and before storing.

The end fittings should not be lubricated with anything. Lubrication will build up and attract salt faster than leaving them dry.
The springs and any other mechanisms are stainless steel and should last for years if kept clean.

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