Rigging & Systems

Chainplate Maintenance on a 1990 Catana 42: Bolt Engineering and Bulkhead Inspection

Key Message: : Proactive, engineering-based maintenance is essential for safe bluewater sailing on a vintage vessel. The discovery of chainplate movement […]

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From America’s Cup to Our Catamaran: Rescuing a Carbon Legend

Author: Shayne and Anna Key Message: The centerpiece of our rig is a mast with a legendary past: Rig #12 from Team

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From Superyacht to Cruiser: How We Built a Square-Top Mainsail

Practical, budget-conscious performance sail upgrades using modern technology. Author: Anna Key Message: A high-performance sail upgrade is achievable on a cruiser’s budget

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