
Halyards, Held Fast
A solution to halyard fatigue and stretch on big raceboats has come in the form of halyard locks, and one company’s push is to make them more user-friendly. New Gear from our September 2011 issue.

A solution to halyard fatigue and stretch on big raceboats has come in the form of halyard locks, and one company’s push is to make them more user-friendly. New Gear from our September 2011 issue.

Don’t let their Hollywood styling fool you; these shades are tailor-made for serious sailing.

Use the Wot-tac Tactical Aid to take a true-wind bearing before the start, lock in the dial, and let the device help you with your angles all race long. Gear review from our July/August 2011 issue.

Leave the surgical tubing to the doctors; Ronstan’s new trapeze-wire grip will look and feel better. Gear Review from our July/August 2011 issue.

Sperry Top-Sider’s Son-R Bearing Bootie is lightweight with a sole that keeps your feet connected to your brain. Gear Review from our July/August 2011 issue.

The Hydro-Grip rubber traction compound in these shoes is very soft, and it stays that way.

Lightweight and functional, this all-purpose combination could win a permanent spot in your gear bag.

The lube that proved itself in outer space is ready for your raceboat.

Gear Box from our Jan/Feb 2011 issue: GPS units that call the line and winches that spin in reverse were among the products on display at fall boatshows.

This all-natural formula will keep you cool and dry down below.

The foam padding that makes these shades float also makes them more comfortable.

Waterproof, breathable HellyTech fabric will make your race day a little more comfortable.

A solution to halyard fatigue and stretch on big raceboats has come in the form of halyard locks, and one company’s push is to make them more user-friendly. New Gear from our September 2011 issue.

Don’t let their Hollywood styling fool you; these shades are tailor-made for serious sailing.

Use the Wot-tac Tactical Aid to take a true-wind bearing before the start, lock in the dial, and let the device help you with your angles all race long. Gear review from our July/August 2011 issue.

Leave the surgical tubing to the doctors; Ronstan’s new trapeze-wire grip will look and feel better. Gear Review from our July/August 2011 issue.

Sperry Top-Sider’s Son-R Bearing Bootie is lightweight with a sole that keeps your feet connected to your brain. Gear Review from our July/August 2011 issue.

The Hydro-Grip rubber traction compound in these shoes is very soft, and it stays that way.

Lightweight and functional, this all-purpose combination could win a permanent spot in your gear bag.

The lube that proved itself in outer space is ready for your raceboat.

Gear Box from our Jan/Feb 2011 issue: GPS units that call the line and winches that spin in reverse were among the products on display at fall boatshows.

This all-natural formula will keep you cool and dry down below.

The foam padding that makes these shades float also makes them more comfortable.

Waterproof, breathable HellyTech fabric will make your race day a little more comfortable.
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