Ballenger Spars generally has the tubing in stock and they are incredibly helpful.

Russ

:: Looking for some advice on repair/replacing the
:: spinnaker pole. I have a slight bend where the pole went
:: into the forestay. It's still usable, but I want to
:: replace the aluminum tubing or extrude it. I've heard
:: Svendson's in Alameda can extrude. Else, any
:: recommendations for purchasing tubing in the Bay Area
:: would be helpful. Also, I think I've seen the
:: instructions on making a shot gun release mechanism. Was
:: that in the Express owners manual? - Thanks!