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What's The Right Sailing Sheet For My Boat?

Picking out the perfect sailing sheet can be difficult, but we're here to help! Check out the information below for some tips on what you should consider when buying. Sailing Sheet Diameter Length The...

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14.10.2024 13:41:22

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 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

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 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

Code Zero sail - why and when do you need one? Guest blog by Andy Rice

Code zero sail - a sail that emerged from the offshore racing world is now firmly established as an essential part of a modern cruising sail package.While the sail plan will develop over time, the cod...

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29.04.2024 12:50:56

How to set a boat anchor in 3 simple steps

So you are looking to stop off for a few hours to relax and enjoy your boat, maybe to bask in the sunshine or take a dip in the sea, or perhaps even for an overnight stay? It’s important to anchor you...

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26.04.2024 13:47:07

A Guide to Mooring Lines

What are a mooring lines? Arguably, one of the most important pieces of kit onboard your boat is a mooring line; it’s all well and good having a great boat, but if you can’t safely secure it at the qu...

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22.04.2024 06:47:29

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