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Barton's EasySplice: Brummel Splice Instructions
Barton's EasySplice: Brummel Splice Instructions
To create a spliced loop, mark the rope on either side of the loop size desired, leaving at least 15 cm of rope for the tail (the short end.)
The FB system – The benchmark for mainsail handling
The FB system – The benchmark for mainsail handling
For Racers and Blue water sailors - Several Class 40’ are outfitted with an Antal FB system, like "Campagne de France" and "Nivea", blue water catamarans like Fountaine Pajot and Privilège have selected Antal FB systems
Walder Boom Brake Frequently Asked Questions
Walder Boom Brake Frequently Asked Questions
The Walder® boom brake is a safety element, and if its installation is simple, a good implementation is essential to achieve its full effectiveness.
Schaefer Furling Systems Maintenance and Headstay Inspection Notes
Schaefer Furling Systems Maintenance and Headstay Inspection Notes
If the boat is left in a warm water environment, the system should be cleaned and the lower bearing checked and flushed before leaving the boat for any length of time. 
A Little Bit of Downwind Sailing with Forespar
A Little Bit of Downwind Sailing with Forespar
Sailing downwind is a great way to get to your destination whether racing or cruising. Using a whisker pole to hold your jib or genoa and go wing on wing is the best use of the combination of both the main and foresail.
Seacock Replacement Instructions for Integrated Valves by Forespar
Seacock Replacement Instructions for Integrated Valves by Forespar
Do Check your valves regularly? These are critical to the safety of your boat.
Know Your Thread Forms with Forespar Marine
Know Your Thread Forms with Forespar Marine
MARINE thru-hulls, tailpipes, valves and seacocks have parallel threads known as “American Standard Straight Mechanical” pipe threads or “NPSM”. These require thread compound or Teflon tape to seal.
Walder Installation instructions
Walder Installation instructions
The Walder® boom brake is a sailboat safety device that’s a snap to install; however, proper placement is essential to achieve the Walder® boom brake’s full effect and benefit.
Why a Walder® boom brake?
Why a Walder® boom brake?
To eliminate the dangers inherent when jibing, the Walder® boom brake controls the horizontal and vertical movement of your boom – allowing it to sweep gunwale to gunwale with complete safety.
New LIROS Ropes 01510 Magic Flow
New LIROS Ropes 01510 Magic Flow
Developed for high performance dinghies in collaboration with Philipp Buhl from German Sailing Team.