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Sail, Rope and Rigging

WinchRite ABT Electric Winch

The WinchRite ABT (Advanced Brushless Technology) is an improved version of the battery-operated winch handle that has already been sparing sailors’ arms for a number of years.

Harken’s Carbo Pivoting Lead Blocks

Racers can trim yet more weight off their masts and booms with Harken’s new Carbo Pivoting Lead Blocks: high-strength, glass-reinforced composite blocks that are up to 25 percent lighter than the stainless classic versions they replace.

Gear for Climbing the Rig Solo

Few sailors look forward to climbing the mast, but inevitably there comes a time when it’s necessary to make repairs aloft. Bosun’s chairs are the method of choice, but you need…

Waterline’s Lifeline Covers

The key to smart boat ownership is protecting those parts and systems that are the most susceptible to wear and tear—especially when it comes to your sails…

Halyard Hangers

With the Halyard Hanger you can keep your cockpit “spaghetti free” and ensure your boat still looks good while you’re doing it. Fabricated from solid stainless steel and equipped with a durable paracord loop, the hooks are rated to 550lb, which makes them tough enough to hold power cords and even anchor rodes, in addition to sheets and halyards.

New England Ropes STS Rope

When it comes to high-modulus rope, the fibers themselves are only part of the equation. Just as important, if you’re in search of the ultimate in performance, is the way those fibers are assembled.

Wichard FRX Low Friction Rings

Simplify line handling aboard your racer or cruiser with Wichard FRX Low Friction Rings, which can be used for handling a variety of different heavy semi-static loads, like those found in cascading backstays, lazy jacks or fairlead/in-hauler applications.

Lewmar Race Winch

Take on your competition with the help of Lewmar Race Winches, which are now lighter than ever through the selective use of aluminum and composites. Lewmar’s competition line is available in two models: the Race Winch and the Race Winch Plus.

Squalls at night are no joke, but good preparation will get you through safely. Photo courtesy of Andy Schell

Storms & Sea Stories

The wind built faster than it was forecasted to. We ate dinner with full sail, close-reaching on a building SSW’ly breeze. Before dark we had

Photo: Lisa Smith Molinari

A Charter Passage Rewritten

Sailing on a schedule is famously a recipe for disaster, but on charter you don’t have much of a choice. The adventure is what you make of it. 

Photo: Zuzana Prochazka

Tahiti Revisited

After a long absence, one sailor finds herself sailing the waters of her youth and contemplating years of change in all its forms.

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May Issue Preview

Spring is in the air and warmer weather is right around the corner. Get ready for the season with SAIL’s adventure issue! Through the Eyes

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