On Sun, 16 Oct 2005 08:01:04 -0700, "Robert or Karen Swarts"
wrote:

Assuming one makes provision to access and mechanical or electrical
components within the mast, are there any compelling reasons NOT to foam
fill the mast?

Bob Swarts


Hmmm...why foam fill?

If wood, it might preserve from water damage....
If metal, might dampen halliard slapping noise....

Or is there some other purpose - not strength, I don't think

Brian