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Choosing the right boat shackle – Where do I start?

Many boat shackles and connectors are functionally very similar, so it can be difficult to know exactly what shackle is best for each application. That’s why we have put together this blog to walk you...

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30.09.2024 08:11:52

Do you need a set of storm sails?

A good set of storm sails can be a get out of jail free card if you find yourself caught in heavy weather. A necessity for offshore passages whether cruising or racing and a prudent safety item for mo...

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23.09.2024 11:45:59

Which Sailing Winch?

Now that is a tongue twister! However, we have attempted to classify the main different types of sailing winches into a quick, and much simpler, 6 minute read and we will help you to buy right sailing...

Harken winches

13.09.2024 10:35:56

Which is the right Lewmar anchor for my boat?

Lewmar has built an impressive range of anchors over the years. Their flagship anchor, the Delta anchor, is the primary Lewmar anchor used by numerous national lifeboat organisations worldwide. With s...

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09.09.2024 07:52:14

Premium Ropes range - which rope to choose?

When it comes to sailing, the choice of ropes can make all the difference in your performance on the water. Whether you're a dinghy sailor, cruiser, or a competitive racer, having the right running ri...

Premium Ropes ropes

02.09.2024 11:58:39

Sail Area Calculation: A Key Factor in Sailing Performance

Understanding sail area calculation is critical for optimizing your boat’s performance and ensuring that your onboard equipment functions efficiently. Sail area, along with boat length and ballast, pl...

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21.08.2024 10:17:14

How do I rig the bobstay on my Trogear bowsprit?

In our previous Trogear blog, we explained how theremovable Trogearbowsprit could help you do just that; developed in 2012 by Henry Dokonal, the bowsprit combines minimum weight with maximum strength ...

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16.08.2024 12:36:35

Mast and Standing Rigging Terminology

Upffront.com is all about performance sailing hardware and rigging systems. The heart, and driving force, of any sailing yacht is its mast and standing rigging which support the sails. If you are inte...

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22.07.2024 13:57:30

Best sailing pulley blocks in 2024

In this blog we take a quick look at what is new and/or interesting in the sailing pulley blocks world in 2024. Harken Fly Blocks Harken continue to develop soft attach blocks. Their latest Fly blocks...

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12.07.2024 07:42:13

A Guide to Bowsprit Configuration

A bowsprit is now an almost inevitable feature of a racing yacht or performance cruiser and there are also a number of off-the-shelf retrofit options available. The uptake is due in part to the popula...

bowsprits

01.07.2024 11:33:12

A Rough Guide to Mainsail Reefing

Reducing mainsail area effectively is an essential aspect of depowering the boat as the wind strength increases. For offshore racing or cruising it is particularly important to be able to do so quickl...

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13.06.2024 14:57:37

Standing Rigging: Why you should change to composite rigging

Why will your standing rigging benefit greatly from replacing the steel wire with composite fibre stays? I have been thinking of the advantages of composite rigging while following the different races...

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24.05.2024 09:31:28

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