Hi Tay... I don't have any problems with the outboard mount being on the transom...aside from the fact that it is a little ugly....but I am hoping to craft up a more subtle bracket for the transom that would allow for the actual bracket to be removed when not in use. Any pics of your boat? Would ...

I use the outside track for the Genoa...and the inside track for my working jib...I feel like the inside track allows you to point extremely well going to weather...in fact our little Folkboats go to weather so well...I would say that instead of being on a "Close Reach"...We are on a "Close Beat ...

I have also installed a Monitor Windvane on my 1970 IF Boat #377 "Storm Petrel". I ordered the newer version mounting tubes straight from Monitor...and the installation wasn't too difficult with another person helping. The Monitor steers my boat superbly...I would also say that it is heavier than a ...