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Problems with Sails – Understanding the Most Common yet Preventable Problems

24 August 2021

Owning a yacht can be a challenging, yet extremely rewarding experience. There is no better feeling than turning the engine off, setting the sails to navigate to remote and exotic destinations. Feeling the cool breeze in your hair, the warm sun on your face and the sound of nothing but rolling waves. Before you can truly experience the luxury or trouble-free sailing, it is important to check the condition of […]

Mast Issues – Tips on How to Locate Hidden Issues

12 August 2021

Whenever sailors go for a trip, they certainly conduct inspections to ensure that their sailboat components are in optimum condition. But despite their rigorous assessment, certain parts of their sailboat can still boast some issues that would potentially lead to complete failures. One of the worst scenarios that sailors might potentially face during their trip is having a broken mast. If your sailboat is already far offshore, then having a […]

Mast and Rigging – Enhanced Life and Performance

22 July 2021

Various improvements and advancements have been made to modern rig components. For someone who owns a sailboat, you must truly spend a lot of time ensuring that your mast and rigging are maintained fully. Doing this, after all, can help you enhance their life and performance. Failure of a rig can be caused by numerous things. For one, some of its components may have been misaligned. Additionally, mast and rigging […]

Basic Standing Rigging Terms Every Yacht Owner Should Know

08 July 2021

Sailing activities can offer tons of health benefits to sailboat owners like you. For one, they can effectively improve your cardiovascular health given the processes that need to be done when preparing and maneuvering the sailboat. Your muscle strength is likewise expected to increase since you will be pulling lines, hoisting, and trimming sails. Another great health benefit of sailing is that it can keep your bones and mental health […]

Switching to Composite Standing Rigging: All the Benefits that You Should Expect

29 June 2021

Sailing boats are comprised of core components that allow them to work effectively. One of these components is the standing rigging. The standing rigging is often composed of fixed lines, wires, or rods that can all support the mast or bowsprit of the sailing vessel. The components of the standing rigging also help in reinforcing the spars against wind loads. The materials used for standing rigging components are typically durable […]

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