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... boat fenders Fendress -French posts -German posts yacht fender
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... -French posts furling -German posts torsional cable torsion rope
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... boat anchor -French posts -German posts
PROtect Tapes - Introduction A quick introduction to PROtect Tapes, why every boat owner should consider their onboard "protection" andtwo common applications..... This brand offers an extensive range of protective solutions for ... -French posts PROtect tapes
Best Practice for Eco Boating - Sustainable Waste Disposal Most sailors are environmentally conscious and want to do their part in preserving our planet. But when it comes time to dispose of yacht waste, it can be hard to know the best way to do this. Here ar... -French posts
Introduction To Boat Winches A sailboat winch is an important investment, and there are many different types available. First and foremost, you need to consider the type of boat you have and what you use it for: do you sail at we... Andersen -French posts -German posts Harken winches
Discovering Ronstan Sailboat Hardware - The Ultimate Introduction to Quality and Innovative Solutions If there is one brand name that is synonymous with quality and innovative marine products specifically designed and engineered for sailors, it’s Ronstan. Ronstan sailing hardware is a top in sailing i... -French posts -German posts Ronstan sailing equipment
Bluewater Cruising Rig - Cutter vs. Solent (Part 2) In a previous blog , Upffront evaluated the pros and cons of a cutter rig as a popular bluewater cruising set up. Now, it’s the turn of the solent rig. Like the cutter rig, the solent rig also utilise... -French posts -German posts
Basic Running Rigging Terminology - Sailing Rope Names If you are looking at upgrading your running rigging, before you delve into the manufacturers catalogues there are a few key terms you need to understand about sailing rope. Single Braid Sailing Rope ... -French posts -German posts ropes running rigging
From Clutches to Furling, What We Can All Take From The IMOCAs - A Conversation With Oliver Heer Ocean Racing The IMOCA class has long been at the forefront of technological development in deck gear, rigging and furling systems. Many of the performance products we promote at Upffront.com have originated in th... -French posts furling