Trouble Keeping Birds Off Your Boat?
15 March 2021
Keeping birds off your boat is a very common problem boat owners have. The way yachts are designed, they make for perfect floating nest opportunities or perfect places to perch, free from any predators found on the surrounding land. The masthead, spreaders, lifelines and boom are the perfect perching platform. The masthead, inside of the boom or on the deck of the yacht is often a perfect place to make […]
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Setting an Anchor – Basic Tips and Techniques
26 February 2021
Setting an Anchor – One of the most critical parts of a yacht that must be working at all times is the anchor and anchor system. An anchor is a device that is designed to restrict a yacht from moving in the water and retain its position even under heavy conditions. Without the anchor, the yacht may be swept away by heavy water movements, strong winds and slammed into structures […]
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What are the Benefits of Composite Rigging?
15 February 2021
To keep the sail stretched for the maximum wind capacity, sailing yachts rely heavily on their rigging composition. Most commonly, standard rigging is comprised of fixed lines, wires, or rods that stabilise and support the mast, bowsprit and sails against heavy wind loads.Innovation and technological advancements in the yachting industry have lead to the development of composite standard rigging. Composite or synthetic fibre rigging can be made from carbon fibre, […]
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Different Types of Sailing Yachts Rigging Arrangements
30 January 2021
Factors that set types of sailing yachts apart from one another, is its design / set up of the mast, sails, hull and standing rigging. Rigging is vital in dictating and determining a yachts overall performance. It particularly affects the yacht’s overall sailing ability, including its acceleration, aerodynamics, heel, keel weight, pitch, and maneuverability in varying conditions. Knowledge of the different types of yachts is important to consider when choosing […]
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Furling Systems – Understanding, Maintaining and Improving
15 January 2021
With continuous developments of systems and technology today, sailing has become much easier and efficient. One system that sailors take advantage of is the roller furling systems. Types of Furling Systems Roller furling is an efficient, easy and convenient way to deploy or store sails on a yacht. It is recognized to be one of the most important systems on modern sailboats. It most commonly utilizes aluminium tubing (sections/extrusions) around […]
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