For all those non-sailors...
The rigging for the mast specifically refers to the standing rigging—the fixed wires or cables that support and stabilize the mast. This includes shrouds (which run from the sides of the mast to the hull, preventing side-to-side movement) and stays (which run fore and aft, stopping the mast from falling forward or backward). These lines distribute the load of the sails and wind forces evenly across the mast and hull, keeping it upright and secure. Essentially, it’s the mast’s “scaffolding” that keeps it from bending or collapsing under pressure.
We usually replace rigging every 10-15 years and inspect it every 5-10 years. However, we completely replaced ours just 2 years ago. So why are we replacing it again now?
Well, about 3 months ago, we hit a massive storm—with 80-knot winds (about 150 km/h)! The extreme pressure on the mast completely shredded our sail. After the storm, we were skeptical about the rigging's condition. Upon inspection, we found it broken at the fittings. It had to be replaced...
So here we are in Maple Bay, getting our new rigging installed. It’ll take about 4 days to replace both sides since we’re on the water and need to keep the mast stable. We’re doing it one side at a time to stay safe.
Now that you know what rigging is and why we’re replacing it, I hope you enjoyed the story! 🤗
Before I finish, I wanted to share some drone shots—so here they are!
Well thats all for today, thank you so much reading - l hope you all enjoyed.
See you soon.
