Sometimes a Rig Inspection catches little things before they turn into big things, like the loose block in this photo. What boat owner wouldn’t appreciate a Rig Inspection for Christmas? Instead of a stressful trip to the mall for another colorful tie, call us at 619-223-3788, and we will schedule Read more…
Question – When should I replace my standing rigging? From the Rigger – According to industry standards, the anticipated lifespan for stainless steel rigging is 10-12 years for wire and 15-20 years for rod. Of course, a number of factors affect a rig’s lifespan including load, sailing conditions, mileage sailed, Read more…
Here is our latest 5-star Yelp review. We give these clients five stars as well, because they are a joy to work with! “Everyone at Rigworks is fabulous! We met Ray and Robin when they presented at the Safety at Sea seminar. They found issues that another inspection missed – Read more…
Question: Why would I need a rig inspection, and what does it entail? From the Rigger: We do rig inspections (also called rig surveys) for a variety of reasons. Often an inspection is triggered by the sale of a boat or an insurance requirement. But we are always pleased to Read more…
Do you see that little seagull? It was wreaking havoc on a beautiful Swan 57. Ray went to the top of the mast yesterday and installed bird spikes to discourage future visits (just in time… the rig was about to fold under the weight of accumulated bird droppings!). While he Read more…
Question: How do I maintain my stainless steel standing rigging to ensure that my boat is safe and performing optimally? From the Rigger: Maintaining your Standing Rigging… Stainless Steel Standing Rigging is one of the lowest maintenance components on the modern sailboat. Although desired upkeep is relatively simple, it is Read more…