Anchors are intended to hold marine vessels to the seabed of a body of water, preventing them from drifting due to current, swell or wind. Anchors hold the entire vessel to the same spot because they are heavy and the way they are designed, they bed themselves into the sand/muddy seabed or snag on rocks etc. on the sea floor. Some anchors are permanently stowed on the bow fitting of […]
Shackles are common pieces of rigging equipment that can connect items through a pin, spring, or bolt in most cases. Since rigging involves a lot of components, manufacturers have produced shackles of varying sizes, shapes, and other configurations. Some shackles can be utilised in securing an anchor, while others are meant to hold lines in place. Shackles can also be utilised in attaching topping lifts, blocks, tethers, and lifting harnesses […]
Mooring is the process of anchoring the boat to a fixed or floating element, keeping the marine vessel connected while loading and unloading operations are conducted or even storage. Mooring utilises lines that can withstand various current, waves, tide, and wind conditions. Different types of mooring lines include breast lines, headlines, spring lines, and stern lines. Finding the Right Mooring Lines Common mooring elements include jetties, quays, anchor buoys, and […]
Ropes are essential components of boats that carry out a wide array of functions in these marine vessels. They can be utilised for docking, anchoring, towing and rigging. These functions would not be possible without using durable and long-lasting ropes. Many factors and elements, however, can affect the service life of marine braids of rope. Here are some things you need to know about your boat ropes’ service life. Factors […]
A hydraulic steering system is a type of steering system normally utilised in modern boats. It maximises lightweight hydraulic hose to effectively manoeuvre and regulate the steering action. Compared to its mechanical counterpart, hydraulic steering systems are known to be more resistant to corrosion, more powerful, and more reliable. Optimal maintenance is necessary for the hydraulic steering system so it can continuously offer optimum operations to the boat. After all, […]
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