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X-Yachts XC38

Upgrading Sailboat Deck Hardware

When it’s time to upgrade deck hardware, cruising sailors can reap the benefits of sailhandling gear developed for high-powered racing sailboats.

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Running Rigging for Cruising Sailors

When it comes to running rigging, cruising sailors can learn a lot from racers, and in the process maximize their fun while getting the most out of their sails, hardware and lines.

refits and upgrades

Deck Upgrades

The latest chapter in our ongoing series about the complete overhaul of a classic-plastic Pearson 36.

Deck Hardware Decisions

When you’re planning your boat’s refit, upgrading the deck hardware can go a long way toward making sailing easier and safer.

Upgrading Your Winches

Easily taken for granted, your boat’s winches are critical to nearly all sailing functions. If you’re refitting, consider an upgrade.

Deck Hatches: Proper Ventilation

When it comes to proper ventilation below, this venerable yachting scribe insists that double-­opening hatches and good old dorade vents are the only way to go.

How to Use Sailing Winches

The mighty deck winch is an underrated tool. Here’s how to use sailing winches as safely and efficiently as possible.

Universal Deck Key

The new Mantus Universal Deck Key might just be the last deck key you’ll need. It’s easily adjustable to access all sizes and types of

Installing Backing Plates

Installing new backing plates where hardware and fittings are mounted on your rig is easier than you might think.

X-Yachts XC38

Upgrading Sailboat Deck Hardware

When it’s time to upgrade deck hardware, cruising sailors can reap the benefits of sailhandling gear developed for high-powered racing sailboats.

cruising boat rendering

Running Rigging for Cruising Sailors

When it comes to running rigging, cruising sailors can learn a lot from racers, and in the process maximize their fun while getting the most out of their sails, hardware and lines.

refits and upgrades

Deck Upgrades

The latest chapter in our ongoing series about the complete overhaul of a classic-plastic Pearson 36.

Deck Hardware Decisions

When you’re planning your boat’s refit, upgrading the deck hardware can go a long way toward making sailing easier and safer.

Upgrading Your Winches

Easily taken for granted, your boat’s winches are critical to nearly all sailing functions. If you’re refitting, consider an upgrade.

Deck Hatches: Proper Ventilation

When it comes to proper ventilation below, this venerable yachting scribe insists that double-­opening hatches and good old dorade vents are the only way to go.

How to Use Sailing Winches

The mighty deck winch is an underrated tool. Here’s how to use sailing winches as safely and efficiently as possible.

Universal Deck Key

The new Mantus Universal Deck Key might just be the last deck key you’ll need. It’s easily adjustable to access all sizes and types of

Installing Backing Plates

Installing new backing plates where hardware and fittings are mounted on your rig is easier than you might think.

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