CHOOSING YOUR GMT POLE. First take the “J” measurement on your boat. To do this you should measure on deck from the front of the mast to the head stay fitting. This is your “J” measurement. In most cases this will be your approximate pole length. Now from the matrix below choose the appropriate pole. Pole model # Tube weight/foot(lbs.) Equivalent alloy tube Typical boat size Includes paint Or clear finish and hardware installation. Add end fittings. Bare Tube: cut to length, no paint/fittings/holes drilled: Painted tube: cut to length, no fittings/holes drilled: Forespar End Fittings: TS(I) GP(O) UTS (I) UGP (O) TR(O or I)UTR EL or UXP(O or I) Sparcraft End Fittings: Intrepid II (O) Inboard end stub Hall End Fittings: Quick Trip (O) Quick Connect All sizes to 5” Not recommended for 6” poles