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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 Guides

How Long is my Furling Line?

It’s a simple question but if you are buying a new furler or need to organise a replacement furling line and do not have access to measure it……. how long should it be!? In this blog we give you some s...

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11.03.2024 12:34:00 Sailing equipment

Harken Headfoil or Tuff Luff Headfoil?

What are the main twin-groove racing headfoil options available and what are the key features and benefits of Harken headfoil and Tuff Luff headfoil? A twin-groove headfoil is a must-have system for a...

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08.03.2024 13:46:36 Sailing equipment

Is it a Halyard Swivel, Top Swivel or just a Swivel!?

There are many types of swivels used on board boats, several of which are mounted on halyards, however, the term “Halyard Swivel” is reserved for one specific application. In this blog we will explain...

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04.03.2024 14:18:48 Sailing equipment

Structural Furler for the main forestay

Continuous line furlers, together with a torsional cable, is an alternative furling system for the main structural forestay. Structural furler is an increasingly popular, lightweight choice for both r...

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01.03.2024 10:50:03 Sailing equipment

Harken Furlers for small boat - from 14ft Dinghy to 30ft Sportsboat

Harken have a dedicated range of furlers for dinghies and keel boats up to 30ft (3mm, 5mm and 6mm diameter forestays). These are what we, at upffront.com would term “Structural furlers”, in that they ...

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26.02.2024 14:36:31 Sailing equipment

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 Guides

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 Guides

Stay Safe with Mantagua’s Certified NAVIPRO Navigation Lights

Lighter, faster and safer sailing is our mantra. Thus, we’re excited to launch our new product category -Navigation Lights– on Upffront.com , to keep you safe at sea. Wheelmark Certified To be approve...

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16.02.2024 15:13:15 Sailing equipment

Polyform Fenders: exporting quality and performance from Norway to the U.S.

One of latest additions to our sailing hardware line-up are the Polyform fenders from the original Norwegian manufacturer, Polyform AS. Established over 60 years ago, Polyform AS is renowned for inven...

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13.02.2024 14:51:21 Sailing equipment

Fiddle Blocks For a Low-Profile Purchase System

A fiddle block or violin block is a twin-sheave block with a difference. Typically cheaper than a standard double block of equivalent size, its low profile makes it ideal for on-deck purchase systems....

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09.02.2024 14:39:49 Sailing equipment

Code Zero Torsional Cable: Tackle Luff Length Troubles

Previously on the upffront.com blog , we looked at how to measure a new torsional cable for your boat, and emphasised the importance of an accurate measurement to ensure a correct cable specification ...

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05.02.2024 12:08:59 Sailing equipment

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