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Ask the Rigger

What are anti-corrosive compounds?

Disassembling sailboat rigs can be a difficult and frustrating task, especially when the rig was assembled without any anti-corrosive compounds. Many sailboats are put together at the factory without such compounds, making it challenging and costly for owners to dismantle and re-rig their vessels down the road. Anti-corrosive compounds play Read more…

By Rigworks, 4 daysJune 10, 2025 ago
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Selecting Rope – Length, Diameter, Type

Question: Do you have guidelines for selecting halyards, sheets, etc. for my sailboat? From the Rigger:  First, if your old rope served its purpose but needs replacing, we recommend duplicating it as closely as possible to ensure that the replacement is the correct length and works with your existing clutches, Read more…

By Rigworks, 6 years ago
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