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The Best Sail Instrument - Velocitek Prostart or the Novasail NS-START. Pro?

Velocitek and Novasail have long been leaders in the sailing electronics industry. This blog will compare the flagship sail instruments from each, the Velocitek Prostart and the Novasail NS START.Pro ...

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25.03.2024 14:53:00

Why I want a Spinnaker Snuffer

Freelance journalist Dave Proctor has been given the exciting task of delving into the wishlist of a boat enthusiast, starting with a Spinnaker snuffer. Find out what he discovers about this nautical ...

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22.03.2024 10:25:34

A Quick Guide to NMEA 2000

Anyone who has so much as dabbled in marine electronics will have come across the term NMEA, often colloquially expressed as “NEMA”.This is the acronym for the National Marine Electronics Association,...

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15.03.2024 11:41:45

How many boat fenders do I need? – A complete guide

Boat fenders, sometimes known as boat bumpers, are an essential piece of equipment for protecting the hull from contact with docks, pilings or other boats. They are an essential for avoiding damage to...

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23.02.2024 12:42:01

Measuring a Boat for a New Torsional Cable

You have decided to go for a new code zero or downwind asymmetric. To ensure the furling system fits your boat, it is important the way of measuring a boat including a physical measurement of the maxi...

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19.02.2024 09:55:09

A Beginners Guide to Cam Cleats

Your sailing system is only as strong as the weakest link. Often overlooked, high performance cam cleats are a crucial part of a larger, functional sailing system. Composed of two spring-loaded, v-sha...

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15.01.2024 10:32:30

Sailing Cleats, Clutches and Jammers – What’s the difference?

When it comes to purchasing new sailing hardware, there are a plethora of options available. However, whilst some hardware has a clear place and purpose on a boat – such as hanks, locks and blocks – w...

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25.12.2023 08:09:59

What makes Gottifredi Maffioli Superswift rope so super?

Superswift, from leading rope makers Gottifredi Maffioli, is a favorite among performance dinghy sailors and big boat sailors alike. When you take a closer look at the features of this versatile rope,...

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15.12.2023 09:57:47

Practical Tips on Cruising Halyard Locks

Halyard locks are almost universally accepted in racing circles and are becoming increasingly popular with long distance cruisers, as they recognise the significant benefits. Benefits of a halyard loc...

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27.11.2023 13:46:53

Andersen Winches - how do I find the manufacture date and version number

Andersen Winches are a big name in the boating business. Designed and manufactured in Denmark, Andersen Winches have earnt a reputation for building first class, high quality winches. Andersen Winches...

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20.11.2023 10:45:49

Improve Your Performance Sailing – 3 Simple, Cost Effective Upgrades

At upffront.com we are passionate about performance sailing hardware and rigging. However, that doesn’t mean we are all about racing. It means we believe in modern materials and technology to deliver ...

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13.11.2023 07:50:44

Get Ready to Kedge - Anchoring For Race Yachts

The practice of kedging has been used for hundreds of years as a method of manoeuvring or orienting a sailing vessel against tide and wind. A kedge anchor is typically smaller and lighter than the pri...

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03.11.2023 12:35:42

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