Hi,
I've answered all your questions "in thread"
Dave

These are my additional questions:

1 - Is it true that the 450F can come from the factory with bow padeyes but not the 450S? If so, why?
2 - On the 450S where do you run your guys? Also back to the cockpit sheet winches with double jammer? If not, where?
3 - Would it make sense to add reinforced cleats to the bows instead of padeyes to serve double purpose of attaching blocks and attaching to mooring balls?
4 - How do you get at the underside of the bows forward of the bulkhead? Is it foam filled?
5 - Is it smart to add a jammer forward of the windlass to handle the downhaul on a bowsprit mounted headsail like a Code 0?

Whew! That's a lot! Thanks so much Dave. Michael

These are the CatPeople questions:

a - We are spec-ing out our 450S and want to get the "Code 0 rig & pole" option which we understand includes the bowsprit/pole and the cockpit winches. What else comes with this package? Specifically are there reinforced attachment points like padeyes added aft to use with blocks to turn the Code 0 sheets toward the winches? Are these attachment points located in solid glass sections with backing plates?
c - Do any blocks, sheets, or other items come with the Code 0 option?
d - Regarding Wingaker rigging, do bow padeyes come standard with all 450's, or only come with the "Code 0" option, or only come with the "Asymmetric Spinaker Gear" option? If they do not come standard or with the Code 0 option, I will put them on myself (and I understand that there may be some foam filler material in the way to remove before accessing that part of the hull)
e - How many halyards come with the boat in total when including the Code 0 option? 3 or 4?

Hi Dave,

I have ordered a new L450S for April delivery in France. I'm busy figuring out the millions of issues involved in factory options vs aftermarket. CatPeople posted some questions regarding Code 0 and Wingaker/Parasailor rigging for the Sportop in CF in January and I can't seem to find out if they had their questions answered. You were involved in the string and since you are a seasoned L450S owner, I thought I might pose the same questions to you. I'll send the questions in separate comments. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thx.

Michael McDonnell