I  appreciate your interest in the Mast Mate Climbing System , an efficient single-handed mast ladder and the practical Tool Bag Work belt. The Mast Mate attaches firmly to the sail track at every step and the belt allows freedom of movement with security. Combined they make working aloft a simple, easy, and most importantly safe experience. Since 1985 thousands have been sold with a money back return rate of less than 3%. If you are a do-it-yourselfer, are tired of searching the docks for a winch slave, are not a gymnast, are stubbornly independent, and want to reduce your yard bills, this system is for you. Buy one and try it , if not satisfied all that is lost is the return shipping cost. Look at the video and check out the rest of the web site to get a comprehensive understanding of the system.

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SEE MAY 2008 MAST MATE REVIEW IN SOUTHWEST SAILING MAGAZINE

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11/13/09 Gary, What a great product! I'd made a couple of trips to the top of the mast on my Catalina 30 using a boatswain's chair and my son's mulehauling. After each trip I had a sore butt and he was totally exhausted. What a difference the Mast Mate made. My first climb to the spreader to work on the steaming light was a little awkward because of the height of the steps but I soon got the hang of it and now it's a breeze to go up and down. For a safety backup I used a safety harness attached to the jib halyard and tended by an assistant. Now that I've been up and down the ladder several times I feel very confident in working without that backup as long as I'm using the safety belt. In my opinion, the weak link in the system is the main halyard and anyone using this system needs to realize that the halyard should be carefully inspected prior to use, just as you would when using a boatswain's chair. I also want to thank you for the great customer service you provide. The first time I used the Mast Mate I broke one of the slide shackles (the bottom one) because I incorrectly put a lot of lateral stress on it. You sent me replacement parts instantly. I'll be sure to tell all of my sailing friends about Mast Mate. Jerry San Diego More testimonials

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