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Irwin 40 Dismasting
An Irwin 40, berthed in my marina, was dismasted Saturday in 20 kn
winds while tacking. An inspection of the hull today revealed the following: This Irwin 40's chainplates consisted of a SS plate bonded low in the hull with 5200. Connected to that is a rod and turnbuckle which penetrates the deck to a tie down fitting for the shrouds. The port chain plate was ripped through the deck and disappered with the rig. There is no mechanical connection other than the tie fitting screwed to the deck. The entire strength of the chain plate is in the shear bond of the 5200! I know that Irwins do not have the best reputation, but I find it hard to believe that this level of engineering was acceptable to the industry, sailing pros, reviewers, insurers, etc. at the time. |
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