Cruising Sailboat Spar Inspection
Dismastings are dangerous voyage enders for cruising boats. Doing this inspection of spars, steps and chainplates will reduce the risk substantially.
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Cruising Sailboat Standing Rigging Inspection
Inspection tips and recommended replacement cycles for offshore cruising boat standing rigging, hydraulics, and vangs.
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Cruising Sailboat Running Rigging Inspection
Inspection, repair tips and replacement cycles for offshore cruising boat running rigging.
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Cruising Sailboat Rig Wiring and Lighting Inspection
Inspection, repair, and replacement tips for mast navigation lights, wind indicators, and lightning protection systems.
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Cruising Sailboat Roller Furler and Track Inspection
Modern sail-handling system have made offshore sailing safer and easier, but they also demand regular inspection and maintenance.
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Download Cruising Sailboat Rig Checklist
The rig checklist is ready for download and links to five articles of in depth inspection tips and advice on fixing the problems you find.
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Going Up the Mast—Part 1
Matt brings his professional engineer’s understanding of forces and his construction site fall-arrest training to bear on one of the most potentially dangerous tasks we sailors are called upon to do.
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Going Up The Mast—Part 2, Fundamentals
Thoughts on backup systems, fall arrest as against fall prevention, and gear recommendations for going up the mast.
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Going Up The Mast—Part 3, Our System
After over 50 years of going up masts John shares the system he and Phyllis are now using as well as highlighting the many dangerous mistakes he has made over the years.
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