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Sailboat Wireless Load Sensors - Optimising Hardware and Rigging Design

Find out just how far we still have to go in terms of understanding yacht mast and rigging loads with wireless load sensors and why they are so important to specification of sailing hardware and riggi...

boat electronics -German posts wireless load sensors

12.12.2024 12:17:43

Trogear Bowsprit: A good enough reason to drill a hole through your bow

This blog will highlight the four most common methods of retrofitting a bowsprit to your boat and some of the advantages of Trogear bowsprit adjustable A-Frame design. Here at Upffront, we talk a lot ...

bowsprits -French posts -German posts Trogear

12.12.2024 10:29:01

Choosing the right sailboat winch

Choosing a sailboat winch can be daunting. The main decision criteria may be size or power Ratio, but Style, Speeds, Material and Grip are also of a consideration. That’s without going into powered op...

-French posts -German posts winches

12.12.2024 08:45:56

Anti torsion line for bottom up and top down furling: what to look out for

Have you got any idea what's the difference in design between a top down or bottom-up anti torsion line? Find out what makes a good anti torsion line and the important differences between the two appl...

-French posts -German posts torsional cable torsion rope

12.12.2024 08:30:27

Jefa Autopilot Direct Drive unit – Simply the Best?

TheJefa autopilot direct drives are something of ahallmarkin autopilot drive engineering. Every aspect has been designed from the ground up to create an efficient,powerfuland long-lasting pilot drive....

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12.12.2024 07:49:05

Which top down furler do I choose for my 25' sports boat?

You have a 25ft sportsboat and need a top down furler, which one should you choose? One of upffront.com 's key principles is to offer a good selectionof hardware and rigging options with high quality ...

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12.12.2024 07:43:39

Profurl NEX Furler - effortless flying sail furler

The Profurl NEX furler is an easy to retrofit electrically driven Code 0 ("Code Zero") or top-down gennaker furler. With the Profurl NEX furler, you can furl / unfurl your sails, from anywhere on the ...

-French posts furling -German posts Profurl

12.12.2024 07:31:58

Low friction rings – What are they, and how do I use them?

Lash thimbles, ferrules, rope thimbles, bobbins or low friction rings… Whatever you call them, there’s no denying they are the perfect (low cost!) solution for a multitude of applications. Perhaps the...

-French posts -German posts low friction rings

11.12.2024 18:55:56

Which Service Kit for my Andersen Winch

Andersen sailing winches have a strong record for service and support. However, after 60 years of product evolution, it can sometimes be difficult to keep track of which of Andersen winch service kit ...

Andersen -French posts -German posts winches winch parts

11.12.2024 18:52:12

What should I have in my sailing grab bag? A boat safety essential

A sailing grab bag is an essential piece of safety equipment for bluewater cruising and offshore racing alike. In the event of an abandon ship, the sailing grab bag may be the only item you have time ...

boat safety -French posts -German posts

11.12.2024 18:43:18

Ewincher - An alternative to electric winches?

Electrification of winches can be a great benefit; reducing the strength and manpower needed on your boat and allowing many to sail short-handed or continue sailing longer in life. The standard option...

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11.12.2024 18:34:32

Prepping your cockpit with clutches and deck organisers - A Sailors Guide

This guide covers everything you need to know about the cockpit and how best to prepare it with clutches and deck organisers for a successful sailing experience. What is the cockpit? The pit is the ne...

deck organisers -French posts -German posts rope cleats rope clutches winch feeders

11.12.2024 17:26:59

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We are constantly reporting on the latest innovations in the marine industry which offer weight savings whilst, at the same time, increasing safety factors. The result: lighter, faster, safer and more exciting sailing.

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