It’s impossible to talk about Riggtech without first looking at its founder, Phill Bate. He’s a natural born rigger. As Phill, himself explains, ‘I’ve been at it since I was a kid. Dad and I built boats, rigged them and then sailed them. I was always sailing, but it was at this time that I got very interested in the rigging. It was a great grounding for understanding loads, how […]
Inspect your rig – The summer sailing season is here and if you haven’t done it already, it’s time to check your rig. Riggtech owner, Phill Bate, a former America’s Cup sailor explains how to check your standing rigging and what to look for. Like any good load bearing structure, the rigging installation is only as good as the base it’s attached to. Chainplates are neglected when inspections are done […]
Riggtech Bosun’s Locker Newport:
bosunslocker@riggtech.com.au
(02) 9997 2382
Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
9 /16 Mitala Street, Newport NSW 2106, Australia
Riggtech Pty. Limited:
info@riggtech.com.au
(02) 9997 8100
Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
2 /16 Mitala Street, NEW PORT BEACH, NSW 2106, Australia
