Recovering Skied Halyards: Lessons From the Racecourse
Whether it’s the first race of the season or the last, the unexpected will happen, but when the halyard skies, not all is lost.
Whether it’s the first race of the season or the last, the unexpected will happen, but when the halyard skies, not all is lost.
Inside a row of repurposed shipping containers, these engineers and clever riggers have solutions for grand-prix problems.
Two ongoing efforts aim to modernize the Laser’s sail and rig combination, with the aim of modernizing one of the sport’s most prolific singlehanders.
Becoming one with the boat before races is a source of escape.
You may have at one point asked yourself: I’ve rarely ever used by boomvang, do I really need it?
From glow-in-the-dark sheets to synthetic lifelines, cordage upgrades should be on your to-do list before you splash your boat for the next racing season.
When new J/88 owner Laura Weyler set her sights on her first Quantum Key West Race Week, Kris knew exactly what to do to get her there.
Terry Hutchinson reports in as tactician for Quantum Racing’s TP52 at Quantum Key West Race Week
Proper preparation of your running rigging can help prevent jams and slips during a big race.
Lines come in many different styles and materials, so make sure you know exactly what will suit your needs when replacing your running rigging.
Erik Shampain offers some key advice on the best way to attach your halyards and sheets for maximum speed.
For certain rigging applications low-friction rings can be an inexpensive and reliable alternative to blocks.
Whether it’s the first race of the season or the last, the unexpected will happen, but when the halyard skies, not all is lost.
Inside a row of repurposed shipping containers, these engineers and clever riggers have solutions for grand-prix problems.
Two ongoing efforts aim to modernize the Laser’s sail and rig combination, with the aim of modernizing one of the sport’s most prolific singlehanders.
Becoming one with the boat before races is a source of escape.
You may have at one point asked yourself: I’ve rarely ever used by boomvang, do I really need it?
From glow-in-the-dark sheets to synthetic lifelines, cordage upgrades should be on your to-do list before you splash your boat for the next racing season.
When new J/88 owner Laura Weyler set her sights on her first Quantum Key West Race Week, Kris knew exactly what to do to get her there.
Terry Hutchinson reports in as tactician for Quantum Racing’s TP52 at Quantum Key West Race Week
Proper preparation of your running rigging can help prevent jams and slips during a big race.
Lines come in many different styles and materials, so make sure you know exactly what will suit your needs when replacing your running rigging.
Erik Shampain offers some key advice on the best way to attach your halyards and sheets for maximum speed.
For certain rigging applications low-friction rings can be an inexpensive and reliable alternative to blocks.
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